Sun Valley, Nevada facts for kids
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Sun Valley, Nevada
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 Sun Valley, Nevada
Location in Nevada
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nevada |
| County | Washoe |
| Area | |
| • Total | 14.57 sq mi (37.75 km2) |
| • Land | 14.57 sq mi (37.75 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 4,725 ft (1,440 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 21,178 |
| • Density | 1,453.14/sq mi (561.07/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−7 (PDT) |
| ZIP codes |
89433
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| Area code(s) | 775 |
| FIPS code | 32-71600 |
| GNIS feature ID = 848697 | 848697 |
Sun Valley is a community in Washoe County, Nevada, United States. It is called a census-designated place (CDP). This means it is a place that the government counts for population, but it is not officially a city or town with its own local government.
In 2020, about 21,178 people lived in Sun Valley. It is located just north of Reno. Sun Valley is part of the larger Reno–Sparks area.
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Where is Sun Valley Located?
Sun Valley is found in the state of Nevada. It is about three miles north of the city of Reno. You can reach it by following Nevada State Route 443.
The area of Sun Valley covers about 37.75 square kilometers (about 14.57 square miles). All of this area is land.
Who Lives in Sun Valley?
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| 2020 | 21,178 | — | |
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The population of Sun Valley has grown over the years. In 2010, there were 19,299 people. By 2020, the population had increased to 21,178 people.
Population Details
In 2000, there were 19,461 people living in Sun Valley. These people lived in 6,380 homes. About 4,816 of these were family homes.
Many different groups of people live in Sun Valley. In 2000, most residents were White. There were also people who identified as African American, Native American, Asian, and Pacific Islander. A significant number of residents were also of Hispanic or Latino background.
Age Groups in Sun Valley
The community has people of all ages. In 2000, about 30.8% of the people were under 18 years old. This means many families with children live here.
About 32.5% of the population was between 25 and 44 years old. This group often includes young adults and parents. Around 7.5% of the people were 65 years or older. The average age in Sun Valley in 2000 was 32 years old.
See also
In Spanish: Sun Valley (Nevada) para niños
