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Minden, NV

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Image credit: Ken Lund from Reno, Nevada, USA / CC BY-SA 2.0
Population
3,707
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
4,724 ft
Median Home Value
$586,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,819/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$99,904
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Minden

Minden is a quiet, scenic town tucked into northern Nevada's Carson Valley, right alongside its neighbor, Gardnerville. As the county seat of Douglas County, it is home to around 3,500 residents who enjoy a peaceful, close-knit community with deep ranching roots. The town was laid out in the early 1900s by the local Dangberg family, and you can still see that heritage in the historic brick architecture and the shady green space around Minden Park.

Minden Flour Milling Company

Daily life here combines small-town charm with practical conveniences. Residents have easy access to Douglas County schools, a branch of Western Nevada College, and the county library right in town. The Sierra Nevada mountains rise right above the valley, providing quick weekend trips to Lake Tahoe and world-famous glider flying conditions. It is a great spot for anyone looking for mountain views, open skies, and a calm, relaxed neighborhood feel.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0rating

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