Zip Code 89179

NV · Population: 12,045

C
48/100
44
C
Safety
58
C+
Affordability
71
B+
Quality of Life
20
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 89179

Zip code 89179 is located in Nevada and is home to approximately 12,045 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 48/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

The median household income here is $110,356, with home values near $380,600 and rents around $1,956/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

About 32.3% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The unemployment rate of 7.5% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$110,356
Home Value
$380,600
Rent
$1,956/mo
Median Age
34
College Educated
32.3%
Unemployment
7.5%
Owner-Occupied
81.3%
Rent Burden
21.3% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety44CLower crime = higher score
Affordability58C+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life71B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy20FLower unemployment = higher
Overall48CWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).