Boulder City, NV
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 15,697 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Average |
Climate
The climate is usually dry and hot in the summer, with mild winters and the possibility of thunderstorms throughout the year.
Geography
The city overlooks Lake Mead, the world’s deepest man-made reservoir, which was formed by the dam.
Cultural Attractions
The Boulder City/Hoover Dam Museum tells the story of the dam’s construction.
Recreation
The Colorado River affords aquatic sports like whitewater rafting, and the city is home to two championship golf courses.
Historical
There was much controversy over the naming of the dam--in fact, when Hoover visited the site to make a speech in 1932, he was booed by the workers.
| Population [details] | 15,697 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 53.9% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 12.51 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 24.20% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 46.15 °F/18.26 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 94.02 °F/57.14 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 9.63 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 35 |
| Cost of living [details] | 108 |
| State sales tax | 6.50% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Las Vegas (21.65 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | BOULDER CITY MUNICIPAL (1.00 mile) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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