Storey County PO Box 176 Virginia City, NV 89440

Quality of Life

Storey County brims with incredible history, close proximity to nearly every outdoor recreation activity imaginable, a mild climate, and a friendly, one of a kind atmosphere. Quality of life draws numerous visitors and residents each year - something every business craves.

Benefits of Storey County:

  • 266 sunny days per year
  • 11 inches of rainfall per year
  • July high temps average 89.5º F while the low averages 50.2º F
  • January high temps average 46.5º F while the low averages 20.7º F
  • Reasonable cost of living with significantly lower home prices than neighboring California
  • Low commute times
  • Rich history with a number of museums and cultural activities
  • Unlimited outdoor recreation, including:
    • Camping
    • Fishing
    • Mark.Twain.6 - CopyHiking
    • Horseback riding
    • Hunting
    • Skiing
    • Water sports