Median Age
36 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
15%
Sun Valley
Sun Valley, NV Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,607
Population
22,326
Renter Mix
29% Rent
No gray skies in Sun Valley! Nightlife and outdoor adventures shine bright!
Adventures
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Nightlife
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Desert
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Casinos
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Nevada
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Finding the right place to call home is easy to do in Sun Valley. Located in Washoe County, just north of Reno and an hour from Lake Tahoe, the city is the ideal spot for those who love outdoor adventure, a quiet home, and maybe a bit of nightlife every now and then.
You’ll find many places for outdoor fun that celebrate the beauty and ruggedness of the desert. Sun Valley is a playground for thrill-seekers and adventurists because of its proximity to lakes, rivers, and Peavine Peak. Pyramid Lake is one of the largest lakes in Nevada – and it’s saltwater, not freshwater, with scenic views of the desert mountain terrain. Lake Tahoe is freshwater and straddles California and Nevada. It’s great for boating, swimming, and it has a kids' camp!
The Sierra Safari Zoo, located off Highway 395, has more than 200 species of animals to discover. When it comes to nightlife and entertainment, there is no shortage for Sun Valley residents. The Sun Valley–Reno area includes casinos, theaters, bars, and nightclubs.
Back in Sun Valley, Red Hill is a large green space in walking distance of the city’s community park. When you live here, you’re just minutes away from the University of Nevada, Reno as well as the Reno-Tahoe International Airport.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$62,199
Average: $75,700
Education
2,204
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
10,630
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Sun Valley has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
29%
Non-Renters
71%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
5%
Other Education
95%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Sun Valley, NV is $1,607 for one bedroom, $1,784 for two bedrooms, and $2,774 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Sun Valley has increased by 13.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,607/month
590 Sq Ft
House
$2,537/month
1,438 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Sun Valley, NV is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades 6-8
875 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- University of Nevada Arboretum
- W.M. Keck Museum
- Fleischmann Planetarium & Science Center
- Rancho San Rafael Park
- May Arboretum and Botanical Garden
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Reno/Tahoe International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.