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$0
State personal income tax in Nevada
NV Dept. of Taxation
~$575K
Median home sale price (citywide)
Redfin, Apr 2026
~$875K
Median in 89519, a South/West Reno move up zip code
Redfin, Apr 2026
WHY RENO
What Makes This Market Worth the Move
Reno offers a lifestyle centered on outdoor activities in a single, cohesive setting. A midsize Northern Nevada metro with four-season recreation and a Mountain West family feel, all within easy reach of Lake Tahoe.
What makes the market particularly compelling is the ability to combine everyday livability with immediate access to a wide range of recreation, from skiing and hiking to lake-based activities, without sacrificing metropolitan convenience.
Home Value
The housing market reflects steady demand with median home prices generally in the mid-$500k range and modest year-over-year movement. Reno continues to function as a mid-tier Western market where pricing is resilient with significant variation based on submarket, school zone, and new construction activity.
Schools
South Reno and West Reno are the easiest school and lifestyle areas to anchor around.
| Area | Typical rating range | Consistency | Standout schools |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Reno | 6-8/10 (mostly 7’s) | High consistency | Damonte Ranch HS, newer elementary feeders |
| West Reno | 6-10 | More variable | Mount Rose K-8, Reno High, Jessie Beck |
Child Care
For families relocating to Reno, these are some of the most established childcare and preschool options to consider:
| Provider | Location | Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Small Strides Preschool | South Meadows, Reno | Infant through preschool care for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years |
| Purple Door Preschool (Midtown Campus) | Midtown Reno | Preschool program with a strong educational focus and small-school environment |
| Aleph Academy | Reno | Reggio Emilia-inspired preschool emphasizing exploration and early childhood development |
| Circle of Friends Daycare & Learning Center | Reno | Full-day childcare and early learning programs for infants through preschool-age children |
| Blue Kangaroo Learning Center | Northwest Reno | Childcare, daycare, and early education programs |
Other notable options frequently considered by relocating professionals include:
| Provider | Location | Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Primrose School of South Reno | South Reno | Infant care, preschool, pre-K, and before/after-school programs |
| South Reno KinderCare | South Reno | NAEYC-accredited center serving children from 6 weeks through preschool age |
| Caughlin Preschool | Northwest Reno | Infant, toddler, preschool, and pre-K programs |
| Caughlin Club Kidz | Northwest Reno | Licensed childcare center offering infant care, preschool, and summer programs |
| Sunflower Preschool | Central Reno | Accredited preschool and pre-K programs |
Family Neighborhoods
A midsize city with long-established neighborhoods that are popular with families, where housing quality is relatively consistent and not as uneven as in much larger metro areas.
COMPENSATION CONTEXT
The Economic Upside
No state income tax.
Nevada levies no personal income tax. For clinicians benchmarking against a high-tax state, Reno preserves take-home pay while keeping housing well below major West Coast hubs.
Reno sales tax is 8.265%. Washoe County property-tax burden varies by district.
THE PRACTICE
Where You’d Work
Build a meaningful practice in Northern Nevada, with strong patient demand, established infrastructure, and the advantages of a smaller, more connected market.
High Risk Pregnancy Center, a Hera Women’s Health Center of Excellence
Maternal-fetal medicine with a Reno location, extending the network’s high-risk pregnancy care into Northern Nevada. Clinicians practice with the autonomy of an independent practice and the operational infrastructure of a network behind them.