Welcome, Nevada facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Welcome, Nevada Welcome campground
Unincorporated community
Nevada State Route 230 in Welcome, June 2014
Welcome, Nevada Location in Nevada
Country	United States
State	Nevada
County	Elko
Elevation	5,686 ft (1,733 m)
Time zone	UTC-8 (PST)
• Summer (DST)	UTC-7 (PDT)

Welcome is a small place in Elko County, Nevada, in the United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes or buildings that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government.

Welcome, Nevada: A Small Community

Welcome is a quiet spot located in the state of Nevada. It's found in Elko County, which is in the northeastern part of the state. This area is known for its wide-open spaces and beautiful natural scenery.

Where is Welcome Located?

Welcome is about 8 miles (13 kilometers) west of a town called Wells. It's easy to find because it's right off a major highway, Interstate 80. This highway crosses the entire United States. Welcome is also near Nevada State Route 230. It sits between two other small places, Deeth and Wells.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community like Welcome is a group of houses or buildings that doesn't have its own official city or town government. Instead, it's usually governed by the larger county it's in. For Welcome, that's Elko County.

• No Local Mayor: Unlike a city, an unincorporated community doesn't have its own mayor or city council.
• County Services: Services like police, fire, and road maintenance are usually provided by the county government.
• Smaller Size: These communities are often much smaller than official cities or towns.

Welcome is a good example of one of these smaller, less formal communities in Nevada.