Reno, NV
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 207,192 |
| Crime: | High |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Low |
Climate
Reno's climate is mild, but extreme fluctuations in temperature between day and night are common. The region is prone to slight snow accumulation in the winter months.
Geography
Reno is located in the Truckee Meadows Valley, east of the Sierra Nevada range and Lake Tahoe. The Truckee River passes through the city.
Cultural Attractions
The Riverwalk and California Avenue are lined with galleries, restaurants, bars, and coffee shops.
Recreation
The Truckee River Whitewater Park offers kayaking and whitewater rafting right in the city. Golfing and skiing are also available in abundance throughout the Reno area.
Economy
Reno is the birthplace of Harrah's Entertainment, a large casino and resort corporation.
| Population [details] | 207,192 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 68.8% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 569.05 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 29.50% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 41.9 °F/16.66 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 88.64 °F/53.36 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 12.66 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 118 |
| Cost of living [details] | 110.7 |
| State sales tax | 6.50% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | San Francisco (177.73 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | RENO/TAHOE INTERNATIONAL (3.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Swimming, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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