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| What Las Vegas is like for active adults |
Las Vegas, Nevada is one of the fastest-growing communities in the U.S. Legalized gambling in this desert resort city has created an enormous economy and attracted many new residents, including retirees in active adult communities. The Las Vegas strip is justly famous for its glitz and many attractions. Even if you don't ever bet a single nickel, it is worth it to see the astonishing architecture and excess that are Las Vegas trademarks. People who want to stay busy will find plenty to do in Las Vegas, including the opportunity for a part-time job in the tourist industry.
Las Vegas is also about the hardest-hit real estate market in the U.S. Overbuilding and speculation have created an enormous oversupply of homes, many of which are now in foreclosure. It will take years to recover. Photo of downtown courtesy of Wikipedia and PDPhoto.org. Photo of fountain by Jeff Russell. |
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| Where to Live & Real Estate Values |
There is a wide range of excellent active adult communities to choose from in this enormous metro. Given the recent instability, one should be selective in choosing an established community that is solid financially.
Average home prices in Las Vegas have had dropped precipitously in the last 4 years. The median price in early 2012 was $122,100 (source: NAR), less than half of what prices were at the 2006 peak. Prices differ tremendously by zip code. See this Las Vegas Real Estate Report |
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| What is special about this retirement community |
| An exciting place to live with something for everyone. No income tax. |
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| What is not special about this retirement community |
| In 2010 Las Vegas is the foreclosure capital of the USA. It is a new and artificial town with many tawdry aspects. Although there are many nice neighborhoods, driving everywhere and future water worries are real concerns. |
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| What kinds of people like retiring here |
| People who like living in the desert. Being a gambler or entertainment junkie would help too. |
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| Local economy is driven by |
| Tourism and gambling are the major industries, although there are others. |
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| Climate and Physical Environment |
| Las Vegas is in the Nevada desert - dry and mountainous. Summers are extremely hot, winters are mild. The average July high is 107 and the average January low is 37. Most rain comes in winter. |
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| Restaurants & Cultural Scene |
| Go to the strip for any kind of entertainment and show. The city and its casinos have dozens of excellent restaurants. There is a busy local art and music scene. The $485 million Smith Center for the Performing Arts, located downtown in Symphony Park, is scheduled to open in 2012. |
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| Crime |
| As you might expect in a large resort city that is also the gambling capital of the world, the crime rate is quite high vs. the U.S. average. |
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| Medical facilities |
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| Transportation |
| RTC Transport is an extensive public bus system; there are also private carriers in the area. McCarran International Airport provides convenient service to just about anywhere. Amtrak uses its Thruway Motorcoach to connect with the railroad station in California. |
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Facts about LAS VEGAS
- State: NV
- Environment: Urban,Suburban,College Town,Mountain,Desert,Cultural Center,Outdoor Oriented,
- City Population: 100,001+
- Median age of Population: 25-44
- Avg Jan Temperature: 21-40
- Avg July Temperature: 81+
- Median HH Income: 41,001-60,000
- Average Home Price (MLS): $100,000-$200,000
- Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house: Less than 2000
- Total Crime Index: 111-120 (high)
- Cost of Living Index: 81-90 (low)
- Culture Index: 121+ (very high)
- State Sales Tax: Yes
- State Income Tax: No
- Name of the Guide: boomer1
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1. Overall Retirement Ratings
1. Rating: 1.0/5 ( 2 votes cast)
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4. Culture:
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Boondocks to World Hub
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Dangerous to Ft. Knox
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9. Political Situation:
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10. Environmental:
Oblivious to Ultra-Green
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