Welcome to Carson City
Carson City, Nevada, offers a distinctive blend of historical charm, natural beauty, and community-oriented living. Situated between the Sierra Nevada mountains and Lake Tahoe, the city provides residents with easy access to outdoor recreation, from hiking and skiing to boating and fishing.
Its downtown area features well-preserved historic architecture alongside modern amenities, reflecting the city’s roots as Nevada’s capital while supporting a vibrant local economy. Community events, farmers’ markets, and cultural festivals contribute to a welcoming atmosphere, while the mild climate and relatively low crime rates enhance overall livability.
For those seeking a balance between small-town character and proximity to larger urban centers like Reno, Carson City presents an appealing option with both lifestyle and location advantages.
58,364 people live in Carson City, where the median age is 42.1 and the average individual income is $38,222. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Carson City, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Lifestream Natural Food Store, The Beer Studio, and La Tapatia.
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| Dining · $$ | 2.32 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.04 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.21 miles | 14 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 2.5 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 1.02 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 1.47 miles | 11 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.18 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.4 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.59 miles | 25 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.62 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.59 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.69 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.06 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.3 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.18 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Carson City has 23,652 households, with an average household size of 2.36. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Carson City do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 58,364 people call Carson City home. The population density is 403.81 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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