Southern Nevada facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Southern Nevada
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The largest of Southern Nevada's casinos are located on the Las Vegas Strip in 2007
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The counties most commonly associated with Southern Nevada with Mineral County not shown in red
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Nevada |
| Counties |  Clark Esmeralda Lincoln Mineral Nye |
| Largest city |  Las Vegas |
Southern Nevada (often called SNV) is a special area in the southern part of the U.S. state of Nevada. It's known for including the famous Las Vegas Valley, which is home to the big city of Las Vegas. This region also includes towns like Pahrump and Pioche.
Most of Southern Nevada is covered by the Mojave Desert, a very dry place. In 2000, about 1.4 million people lived here. Today, the Las Vegas Valley alone has over 2 million residents!
What Does Southern Nevada Look Like?
Southern Nevada is mostly covered by two large deserts: the Mojave Desert and the Great Basin Desert. These deserts are known for their dry, rocky landscapes.
Even though it's a desert, you can find some lakes here. Some are man-made, like Lake Mead and Lake Las Vegas. There are also "dry lakes," which are flat areas that only have water after heavy rain, like the Ivanpah Dry Lake.
What Drives the Economy in Southern Nevada?
The economy in Southern Nevada, especially in Las Vegas, is mostly about fun and entertainment! The main things that make money here are tourism, gaming (casinos), and conventions (big meetings).
These activities also help other businesses, like retail stores and restaurants, do well. Las Vegas is even the world headquarters for one of the biggest gaming companies, MGM Resorts International.
The town of Pahrump also benefits from tourism. Many people who work in Las Vegas live in Pahrump, making it a "bedroom community."
