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.
| Community care facilities for the elderly | 0 |
| Percentage of population over age 55 | 38.1% |
| Number of museums within 30 miles | 28 |
| Number of libraries within the area | 1 |
| Number of movie theaters within 15 miles | 11 |
| Number of golf courses within 30 miles | 102 |
| Tax incentives for retirees | No |
| Median income for those aged 55–64 | $72,700 |
| Median income for those aged 65–74 | $53,537 |
| Median income for those aged 75 and up | $40,051 |
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