Paradise and Spring Valley are both unincorporated towns located in the Las Vegas Valley of Nevada. They each offer unique lifestyle features that attract both residents and tourists alike, ranging from cost of living and weather, to culture and economy. This in-depth comparison will help you decide on the best fit whether you're considering a relocation or a visit.
Distance between
Paradise, NV and
Spring Valley, NV : 7.3 miles
Spring Valley's population is larger by 15%. Its population has grown by 96,162 people (81.9%) since 2000. The population of Paradise has decreased by 221 people (0.1%) during that time.
When it comes to crime and safety, Paradise has a higher overall crime rate compared to Spring Valley. Generally, Spring Valley is safer, making it more appealing to families looking to relocate. Visitors to both towns should appropriately be safety-conscious by staying in well-populated areas, especially at night.
Cost of Living
Living in Paradise is generally more expensive than in Spring Valley. Housing cost contributes a significant part to the cost of living difference. Although groceries and healthcare are also fairly higher in Paradise, things like transportation can be slightly cheaper than in Spring Valley.
Income Tax
Nevada, including both Paradise and Spring Valley, does not have a state income tax, which is a significant draw for many people considering moving to either town.
Property Tax
Property taxes are relatively low in Nevada compared to the national average. Additionally, homeowners in Spring Valley usually pay less property tax due to the generally lower home prices compared to Paradise.
Sales Tax
Both Paradise and Spring Valley have the same sales tax as they are part of Clark County, where the combined sales tax rate is 8.38%. This rate is quite competitive compared to other jurisdictions throughout the United States.
Income
Type
Paradise
Spring Valley
Estimated median household income
$50,096
$61,179
Estimated per capita income
$28,275
$34,242
Cost of living index (U.S. average is 100)
99.3
100.2
If you make $50,000 in Paradise, you will have to make $50,453 in Spring Valley to maintain the same standard of living.
Geographical Conditions
Both Paradise and Spring Valley share a desert landscape and are surrounded by mountains. Paradise does have more commercial areas, while Spring Valley is more residential and includes more green spaces.
When it comes to education, both towns have good options. Spring Valley has several well-rated schools, including public, private, and charter schools. Paradise, home to the University of Nevada - Las Vegas, also boasts many great educational institutions, giving plenty of choices for families and students looking to relocate.
Both Paradise and Spring Valley benefit from the broader Las Vegas economy, with tourism playing a huge role. The casino industry provides many job opportunities in both towns. However, Paradise hosts many more large hotels and casinos compared to Spring Valley, making it a more significant player in the tourism economy.
Biggest Employers
The largest employers in both towns are, unsurprisingly, casino and hotel operators. Operators like MGM Resorts International, Caesar's Entertainment, Wynn Resorts, and Las Vegas Sands Corp employ thousands across both Paradise and Spring Valley. However, major employers like the Clark County School District and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas are also significant for Paradise.
Both Paradise and Spring Valley share similar weather conditions as they are located in the same geographic area. The climate is characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Average high temperatures can reach mid-40s°C in the summer and drop to low single digits°C during winter. It's a great spot for sun-lovers or those looking to escape chillier climates.
Weather and climate
Type
Paradise
Spring Valley
Temperature - Average
68°F
66.1°F
Humidity - Average morning or afternoon humidity
30.7%
30.8%
Humidity - Differences between morning and afternoon humidity
42%
42.1%
Humidity - Maximum monthly morning or afternoon humidity
52%
52.1%
Humidity - Minimum monthly morning or afternoon humidity
10%
10.1%
Precipitation - Yearly average
4.6 in
5.8 in
Snowfall - Yearly average
1.6 in
1.6 in
Clouds - Number of days clear of clouds
35.1%
35.1%
Sunshine amount - Average
91.8%
91.8%
Sunshine amount - Differences during a year
16%
16%
Sunshine amount - Maximum monthly
92%
91.9%
Sunshine amount - Minimum monthly
76%
75.9%
Wind speed - Average
9.2 mph
9.2 mph
Average climate in Paradise, Nevada
Average climate in Spring Valley, Nevada
Air pollution
Type
AQI
CO
NO2
OZONE
PM10
PM25
SO2
Year
Paradise
Spring Valley
Paradise
Spring Valley
Paradise
Spring Valley
Paradise
Spring Valley
Paradise
Spring Valley
Paradise
Spring Valley
Paradise
Spring Valley
2018
102
102
0.42
0.42
15.6
14.5
34.6
34.8
29.8
24.6
7.6
6.5
0.7
0.7
2017
102
102
0.34
0.31
16.0
14.5
33.0
34.4
23.5
20.1
7.1
6.3
0.8
0.8
2016
107
111
0.39
0.38
14.1
12.2
32.2
33.6
24.0
18.8
8.1
8.1
0.8
0.8
2015
92
92
0.40
0.38
14.6
13.2
31.3
33.7
22.1
18.7
8.4
8.0
1.2
1.2
2014
92
92
0.42
0.41
12.8
11.5
29.9
33.3
25.1
18.6
9.0
8.7
1.4
1.4
2013
103
103
0.43
0.44
12.7
10.7
30.9
33.8
24.5
18.7
7.9
8.1
1.5
1.5
2012
96
98
0.47
0.48
6.6
6.1
32.8
34.1
25.6
21.0
7.4
7.8
1.4
1.4
2011
85
86
0.45
0.42
5.3
5.3
32.2
34.1
19.8
17.3
6.6
7.1
1.2
1.2
2010
83
87
0.50
0.50
5.7
5.7
31.8
33.3
17.4
14.6
6.1
6.6
N/A
N/A
2009
87
83
0.57
0.57
6.0
6.0
30.0
32.0
22.8
17.9
7.2
7.8
N/A
N/A
2008
83
82
0.61
0.63
8.2
8.2
29.3
33.2
N/A
N/A
7.5
8.5
N/A
N/A
2007
98
98
0.51
0.53
14.0
10.6
27.7
33.6
N/A
N/A
7.4
8.2
0.1
0.1
2006
102
102
0.69
0.71
16.4
10.8
29.6
31.5
N/A
N/A
8.4
8.1
0.8
0.8
2005
102
101
0.72
0.76
17.7
12.6
27.9
29.3
N/A
N/A
8.3
7.7
5.3
5.3
2004
88
88
0.71
0.74
17.6
13.6
28.8
30.5
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
1.6
1.6
2003
100
99
0.63
0.52
18.5
12.8
28.3
30.4
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
0.9
0.9
2002
96
95
0.58
0.12
18.1
12.4
28.0
30.5
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
0.7
0.7
2001
96
96
0.63
0.07
18.9
11.3
26.9
30.3
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
1.0
1.0
2000
96
96
0.73
0.37
18.1
11.6
27.0
31.8
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
0.4
0.4
Natural disasters
Type
Paradise
Spring Valley
Tornado activity compared to U.S. average
2.3%
2.1%
Earthquake activity compared to U.S. average
6,005.3%
6,139.5%
Natural disasters compared to U.S. average
12%
12%
Transportation
Public transport is more accessible and widely used in Paradise due to the Las Vegas Monorail and RTC Transit services. Commuting can be a breeze with many convenient transport options. On the other hand, Spring Valley is more car-dependent with public transportation options being relatively limited.
Transport
Type
Paradise
Spring Valley
Amtrak stations nearby
1
1
Means of transportation to work
Type
Paradise
Spring Valley
Bicycle
0.3%
0.3%
Bus
2.3%
3.1%
Carpooled
11.5%
14.1%
Car alone
82.3%
76.5%
Motorcycle
0.3%
0.3%
Subway
0%
0.1%
Taxicab
0.2%
0.1%
Walked
1.1%
1.7%
Average travel time to work
Type
Paradise
Spring Valley
Average
27.5 min
25.7 min
Other means
20.4 min
21.1 min
Public transportation
43.9 min
47.6 min
Private vehicle occupancy
Type
Paradise
Spring Valley
Average
1.2
1.2
Drove alone
84.5%
88%
In 2 person carpool
13.8%
9.6%
In 3 person carpool
0.8%
1.4%
In 4 person carpool
0.4%
0.5%
In 5-6 person carpool
0.4%
0.2%
In 7+ person carpool
0.1%
0.2%
How many people usually rode to work in the car, truck or van.
Real Estate
Real estate in Spring Valley is less expensive compared to Paradise, making it more affordable for families. However, Paradise's prime location near the Las Vegas Strip makes for potentially lucrative investments, especially for those interested in short-term rentals or tourist accommodations.
Neighborhoods
Spring Valley is a preferred residential area with a suburban feel, offering a multitude of parks and schools. Paradise, on the other hand, is more urban, bustling with energy due to the commercial establishments, hotels, and casinos dotting its streets.
Houses and residents
Type
Paradise
Spring Valley
Houses
95,898
94,405
Average household size (people)
2.5
2.5
Median year apartment built
1984
1998
Median year house/condo built
1985
2000
Length of stay in the house since moving in
11.6 years
9.9 years
Houses occupied
78,005 (81.3%)
88,063 (93.3%)
Houses occupied by owners
33,900 (43.5%)
40,227 (45.7%)
Houses occupied by renters
44,105 (56.5%)
47,836 (54.3%)
Median rent asked for vacant for-rent units
$4,622
$485.59
Median monthly housing costs
$1,126
$1,400
Median price asked for vacant for-sale houses and condos
$238,007
$442,486
Estimated median house or condo value
$334,500
$382,400
Median numbers of rooms
4.2
4.8
Median number of rooms in apartments
3.6
4.1
Median number of rooms in houses and condos
6.1
5.8
Median house price - detached houses
$376,914
$443,713
Median house price - in 2-unit structures
$134,611
$138,481
Median house price - in 3-to-4-unit structures
$160,124
$191,015
Median house price - in 5 or more unit structures
$488,432
$200,235
Median house price - mobile homes
$56,551
$131,058
Median house price - Townhouses or other attached units
$247,245
$392,352
Median house price - All housing units
$351,599
$402,364
Median house age
34
23
Renting percentage
56.8%
48.7%
Housing density (houses/condos per square mile)
2,034.4
2,830.3
House value disparities
28.9%
26.1%
Household income disparities
46.6%
45.3%
Median household income for houses/condes with a mortgage
$80,528
$82,617
Median household income for apartments without a mortgage
$61,867
$65,301
Housing units without a mortgage
463 (2%)
443 (1.7%)
Housing units with both a second mortgage and home equity loan
800 (3.4%)
2,148 (8.3%)
Housing units with a mortgage
23,132 (98%)
25,336 (98.3%)
Housing units with a home equity loan
0 (0%)
0 (0%)
Housing units with a second mortgage
1,130 (4.8%)
2,758 (10.7%)
House/condo owner moved in on average (years ago)
9
6
House/condo renter moved in on average (years ago)
1
1
Housing units lacking complete kitchen facilities
4.5%
0.8%
Housing units lacking complete plumbing facilities
0.7%
0.3%
Housing units in structures
Housing units in structures
Paradise
Spring Valley
One, detached
35.3%
49.6%
One, attached
5.9%
7.5%
Two
0.9%
1.3%
3 or 4
9.6%
6.6%
5 to 9
7.8%
9.7%
10 to 19
10.3%
5.8%
20 to 49
7.2%
3.6%
50 or more
21.6%
13.1%
Mobile homes
1.4%
2.7%
Median real estate property taxes paid for housing units
Self-employed workers in own not incorporated business
3,926
5,829
State government workers
2,160
1,795
Unpaid family workers
187
0
Industries and Occupations
The dominant industries in both towns are entertainment, leisure, and hospitality, thanks to the Las Vegas Strip. However, people also work in retail, healthcare, and education sectors. Paradise, in particular, has a higher proportion of people involved in the arts, design, and media due to its close association with the entertainment industry.
Building and grounds cleaning and maintenance occupations
9.3%
3.2%
Management occupations
8.3%
9.9%
Educational instruction, and library occupations
5.3%
4.8%
Personal care and service occupations
5.2%
8.0%
Healthcare support occupations
4.2%
4.6%
Business and financial operations occupations
3.5%
5.8%
Health diagnosing and treating practitioners and other technical occupations
3.5%
6.5%
Material moving occupations
3.2%
0.8%
Health technologists and technicians
3.2%
3.0%
Arts, design, entertainment, sports, and media occupations
2.2%
2.4%
Production occupations
2.1%
1.0%
Computer and mathematical occupations
1.7%
4.3%
Life, physical, and social science occupations
1.4%
1.7%
Installation, maintenance, and repair occupations
1.0%
0.6%
Firefighting and prevention, and other protective service workers including supervisors
0.9%
1.6%
Legal occupations
0.8%
1.4%
Health Care
Both towns offer a variety of healthcare services, with access to numerous hospitals, clinics, and specialty care facilities. However, Paradise has more healthcare facilities including several specialty clinics due to its denser population and visiting tourists.
Paradise has a higher number of high-rises and large commercial establishments due to its proximity to Las Vegas strip. Thus, the infrastructure is more developed there. Spring Valley, though, offers a suburban-style living with single-family houses prevalent, which gives it a quieter, more family-oriented atmosphere.
HMDA - Conventional home purchase loans - Applications denied
Year
Paradise
Spring Valley
1999
974
484
2000
81
101
2001
104
34
2002
78
51
2003
1,227
1,226
2004
1,912
2,298
2005
3,008
3,570
2006
3,071
2,556
2007
1,731
1,323
2008
786
659
2009
285
337
Culture and Food
When it comes to culture and food, Paradise stands out. Its proximity to the Las Vegas Strip provides a wealth of dining and entertainment options from all over the world. Spring Valley also offers a variety of diverse cuisines, but the level of glamour and glitz found in Paradise is hard to match.
Sports Teams
Paradise is home to the T-Mobile Arena, which hosts the Vegas Golden Knights of the NHL and the UFC. Spring Valley doesn't have any professional sports teams, but residents equally share in the excitement of supporting local teams given the close-knit nature of the Las Vegas Valley communities.
Paradise, NV
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