Nevada is located in the western United States, bordering Oregon and Idaho to the north, California to the west, Arizona to the southeast and Utah to the east. The border with Arizona includes the Colorado River and the Hoover Dam. Many people associate Nevada with Las Vegas, Laughlin and the “Biggest Little City in the World,” Reno.
      From major metropolitan areas to secluded mountain retreats, this state has it all. The state’s several north-south mountain ranges, some of which have peaks above 12,000 feet, harbor lush forests high above desert plains, creating safe havens for endemic species. The eastern part of the state receives much more summer moisture and has a slightly more verdant terrain. The southern third of the state, including the Las Vegas area, is within the Mojave Desert. The elevation here is much lower creating hotter summer conditions and colder winter nights.
      Home to the world-famous Las Vegas Strip, also known as the “Entertainment Capital of the World, Clark County is the state’s most affluent and thriving. This jewel in the desert lures millions of tourists each year to its world-class entertainment and hospitality, splendid casinos, fine restaurants and dazzling array of shopping venues.

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      This excitement is surely a factor in the nation-leading growth of Clark County's booming population of 1.8 million. Another factor is the high quality of life afforded by its low tax rate, wonderful business climate, great weather and smorgasbord of recreational venues. Those venues stretch beyond the Strip to include the gambling destinations of Mesquite, Primm and Laughlin, located on the Colorado River, along with Lake Mead National Recreation Area, the Hoover Dam, Mt. Charleston, the Toiyabe National Forest, Red Rock Canyon and the Valley of Fire.
      The Clark County local government is organized

and positioned to meet the myriad needs of its expanding population. It leads the way in protecting the quality of air and water, and also operates and oversees the McCarran International Airport (among others), the University Medical Center (Southern Nevada’s only public hospital), social services, community planning and the court system. Further, the county plays a key role in promoting tourism, transportation, public health and flood control.
      A plethora of employment opportunities are available in Clark County for residents of all ages. Some of the largest employers include the Clark County School District, Bellagio Hotel & Casino, Wynn Las Vegas, Caesars Palace Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police, Las Vegas Convention Center and the University of Nevada at Las Vegas. This robust economy also boosts population and infrastructure growth of various sprawling Southern Nevada communities, including Henderson, Paradise, Sunrise Manor, North Las Vegas, Spring Valley and Enterprise.

To meet the demands of such growth, developers continue to introduce new residential, commercial and retail projects to the region. Consequently, housing market values are still rising even though new homes are being built. However, the many attractive homes available in this part of the state will not only provide residents with an opportunity to invest in a growing marketplace, but will also allow you to experience a more rewarding lifestyle.
      The state’s Department of Education has also contributed greatly to city engineering projects by adding new schools to emerging areas. Similarly, the Nevada System of Higher Education has worked diligently to ensure that the state’s most populated cities are supported by academic institutions. Among them are the University of Nevada at Las Vegas, Nevada State College at Henderson and Community College of Southern Nevada.
      Nevada’s other major counties are Washoe and Carson City. Washoe is home to the City of Reno and shares a water border with California in Lake Tahoe, a world-renown, year-round popular tourist destination. In the winter, Squaw Valley is a premiere ski resort that has played host to several world-class skiing competitions. Like most large cities in Nevada, Reno has a nice selection of championship-caliber golf courses and tennis centers, as well as world-renowned casinos such as Caesar’s and Harrah’s.
      The state of Nevada is a perfect blend of man and nature. Man-made mega structures like the casinos on the Vegas Strip are as equally impressive as the natural wonders of rock formations in Red Rock Canyon or in the towering mountain ranges of the north. All in all, whether you are an outdoor enthusiast seeking extreme adventures, a retiree, or a young family looking for safe neighborhoods with fine schools, Nevada is the place for you.