Elko, NV
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 17,014 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Average |
Climate
Elko is typically warm and mild in the summer and cold during the winter.
Cultural Attractions
Elko is home to the Red Lion Casino and hosts the National Basque Festival each year.
Recreation
The area boasts all the recreational opportunities available to westerners--including hunting, hiking, biking, horseback riding, camping, and fishing.
Historical
The town’s heritage is ethnically diverse--Chinese railroad workers and Scottish and Basque sheepherders were some of its early residents.
Economy
Elko is a ranching and casino town with precious metal mining in the region.
| Population [details] | 17,014 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 70.6% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 240.69 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 16.70% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 43.27 °F/16.14 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 90.92 °F/55.26 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 9.52 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 4 |
| Cost of living [details] | 95.8 |
| State sales tax | 6.50% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Las Vegas (320.06 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | ELKO REGIONAL (2.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Fishing, Health and fitness, Swimming |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Movie theaters, Religious activities |
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