Sun Valley SnackAbility
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Cost of living in Sun Valley summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Sun Valley. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Nevada. Key points include:
The cost of living in Sun Valley is 106 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Sun Valley is 1.1x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Sun Valley is $434,990.
The median income in Sun Valley is $77,446.
Sun Valley's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Sun Valley Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Sun Valley | Nevada | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 106 | 105 | 100 |
| Services | 103 | 103 | 100 |
| Groceries | 103 | 102 | 100 |
| Health | 102 | 101 | 100 |
| Housing | 102 | 102 | 100 |
| Transportation | 115 | 109 | 100 |
| Utilities | 107 | 103 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Sun Valley, NV Weather
The average high in Sun Valley is 65.9° and the average low is 37.5°.
There are 22.5 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 9.1 inches of precipitation each year with 21.6 inches of snow.
| Stat | Sun Valley |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 65.9 |
| Average Annual Low | 37.5 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 22.5 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 9.1 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 21.6 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Sun Valley Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Sun Valley
The current population in Sun Valley is 22,228. The population has increased 18.1% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 22,228 | -2.1% |
| 2023 | 22,697 | -0.3% |
| 2022 | 22,775 | 0.7% |
| 2021 | 22,622 | 6.8% |
| 2020 | 21,179 | 0.1% |
| 2019 | 21,159 | 2.3% |
| 2018 | 20,683 | -2.0% |
| 2017 | 21,101 | 3.5% |
| 2016 | 20,385 | 3.7% |
| 2015 | 19,663 | 4.7% |
| 2014 | 18,778 | 0.5% |
| 2013 | 18,692 | 1.0% |
| 2012 | 18,514 | -2.6% |
| 2011 | 19,003 | 1.0% |
| 2010 | 18,824 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Sun Valley
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Sun Valley is:
43.1% White with 9,590 White residents.
1.3% African American with 297 African American residents.
0.5% American Indian with 113 American Indian residents.
1.6% Asian with 349 Asian residents.
0.1% Hawaiian with 30 Hawaiian residents.
0.2% Other with 53 Other residents.
3.6% Two Or More with 803 Two Or More residents.
49.5% Hispanic with 10,993 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Sun Valley | NV | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 43.1% | 44.8% | 57.4% |
| African American | 1.3% | 9.0% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 1.6% | 8.8% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.1% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 3.6% | 6.0% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 49.5% | 29.6% | 19.3% |
Gender in Sun Valley
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Sun Valley is 48.1% female with 10,691 female residents.
Sun Valley is 51.9% male with 11,536 male residents.
| Gender | Sun Valley | NV | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.1% | 49.6% | 50.5% |
| Male | 51.9% | 50.4% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Sun Valley for adults over 25
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16.0% of adults in Sun Valley completed < 9th grade.
17.0% of adults in Sun Valley completed 9-12th grade.
30.0% of adults in Sun Valley completed high school / ged.
19.0% of adults in Sun Valley completed some college.
8.0% of adults in Sun Valley completed associate's degree.
8.0% of adults in Sun Valley completed bachelor's degree.
2.0% of adults in Sun Valley completed master's degree.
0.0% of adults in Sun Valley completed professional degree.
0.0% of adults in Sun Valley completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Sun Valley | NV | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 16.0% | 5.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 17.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 30.0% | 28.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 19.0% | 23.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 8.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 8.0% | 18.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 2.0% | 7.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 0.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Sun Valley, Nevada
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1.7% of households in Sun Valley earn Less than $10,000.
3.4% of households in Sun Valley earn $10,000 to $14,999.
8.8% of households in Sun Valley earn $15,000 to $24,999.
6.5% of households in Sun Valley earn $25,000 to $34,999.
12.2% of households in Sun Valley earn $35,000 to $49,999.
14.2% of households in Sun Valley earn $50,000 to $74,999.
20.7% of households in Sun Valley earn $75,000 to $99,999.
19.7% of households in Sun Valley earn $100,000 to $149,999.
8.7% of households in Sun Valley earn $150,000 to $199,999.
4.1% of households in Sun Valley earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Sun Valley | NV | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 1.7% | 5.4% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3.4% | 2.6% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.8% | 5.9% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 6.5% | 6.9% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12.2% | 10.8% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 14.2% | 16.5% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 20.7% | 13.5% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 19.7% | 18.2% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 8.7% | 9.3% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 4.1% | 10.9% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
