Spring Valley
citySpring Valley, Nevada, is an unincorporated town and census-designated place located just two miles west of the Las Vegas Strip. As part of the Las Vegas metropolitan area, it offers a blend of suburban living with easy access to the city's entertainment and amenities. The community was formed in 1981 and has grown into a diverse residential and commercial hub. Spring Valley's economy is driven by a mix of industries, including accommodation and food services, retail trade, and arts, entertainment, and recreation. The area is known for its significant Asian population and is home to a vibrant Chinatown, featuring a variety of Asian businesses and restaurants. The cost of living is slightly higher than the national average, and the real estate market includes a range of housing options, from single-family homes to newly built condos. What makes Spring Valley distinctive is its cultural diversity and convenient location. The town's proximity to the Las Vegas Strip provides residents with access to world-class entertainment and employment opportunities, while its suburban setting offers a more relaxed lifestyle. Spring Valley also benefits from Nevada's lack of state income tax and the absence of additional city taxes due to its unincorporated status.
Spring Valley, Nevada
- Classification
- Unincorporated Town and Census Designated Place
- FIPS Code
- 32-68585
- Country
- United States
- County
- Clark
- Region
- Las Vegas Valley
- Elevation
- 2,365 ft
- Total Area
- 35.51 sq mi
- Land Area
- 35.51 sq mi
- Water Area
- 0 sq mi
- Latitude
- 36.1125
- Longitude
- -115.25028
- Climate
- Warm desert climate with hot summers and mild winters. Low humidity and minimal rainfall.
- Notable Features
- Spring Mountains (views) · Mojave Desert Landscape
- Neighboring Areas
- Las Vegas · Paradise
- Population (2020)
- 215,597
- Est. Population (2026)
- 229,494
- Median Age
- 39.9
- Median Income
- $74,511
- Poverty Rate
- 12.16%
- Owner-Occupied
- 50.5%
- Racial & Ethnic Composition
- Diverse community with a significant White (39.55%), Asian (21.56%), and Black or African American (12.77%) population; Hispanic or Latino residents make up 22.67% of the population.
- Government Type
- Advisory Board
- Governing Body
- Town Advisory Board
- Body Size
- 5 members
- School District
- Clark County School District
- Municipal Services
- Clark County Police · Clark County Fire Department · Public Works (Clark County) · Parks & Recreation (Clark County)
- Unemployment Rate
- 8.8%
- Economic Profile
- Residential/suburban · Commercial
- Employment Sectors
- Accommodation & Food Services · Retail Trade · Arts, Entertainment, & Recreation · Healthcare and Social Assistance
- Major Employers
- Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center · Costco Wholesale
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25:1
- School Districts
- Clark County School District
- Colleges & Universities
- Las Vegas College · Avalon Institute-Las Vegas · Arizona College of Nursing-Las Vegas
- Transportation
- Interstate access · Public transit (RTC Southern Nevada) · McCarran International Airport nearby
- Utilities
- Municipal water (Clark County) · Power (NV Energy) · Fiber/broadband
- Major Facilities
- Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center · Las Vegas Ice Center
- Outdoor Access
- Yes
- Major Recreation Areas
- Desert Breeze Park · Spring Valley Community Park · Cowabunga Canyon Water Park
- Parks & Trails
- Desert Breeze Park Trail System · Spring Valley Community Park Walking Trail
- Founded
- 1981
- Named After
- Spring Mountains and location in the Las Vegas Valley
- Historical Significance
- Developed as a master-planned community and has grown into a large, diverse residential and commercial area in the Las Vegas Valley.
- Key Events
- Stardust International Raceway built in 1965 · Pardee Homes developed a master-planned community in the mid-1970s · Clark County Commission created the unincorporated town in May 1981
