Clark County
Clark County is home to the world-famous Las Vegas Strip and is one of the fastest growing areas in the country. More people live in urban Clark County than in any of Southern Nevada’s cities. Geographically, this area of the unincorporated county includes the Las Vegas Strip and takes in McCarran International Airport, the Las Vegas Convention Center, the University of Nevada Las Vegas and, of course, the neighborhoods where residents live, work and play. It provides regional services for more than 2 million residents and approximately 40 million tourists a year and occupies an area (8,012 square miles) larger than New Jersey.
Clark County Official Website
Las Vegas
The city of Las Vegas was founded on May 15, 1905, when a land auction, in what is now known as downtown Las Vegas, resulted in the purchase of 110 acres of land. Today las Vegas ia a thriving, vibrant city offering unparalleled opportunities for personal and professional growth. It has become the entertainment capital of the world offering the best in live entertainment, incredible food from award-winning chefs, and unique shopping experiences. According to the Nevada Development Authority, 26,000 jobs with an economic impact of $5.1 billion have been created in the last five years. The Nevada labor force has increased by nearly 350,000 people in the last decade and another 167,000 jobs will be created in the next five years. Substantial job growth and friendly business climate have earned Las Vegas accolades across the nation. In January 2008, Inc. magazine named Las Vegas "Hottest City in America" among large cities, and in 2006 Forbes magazine named Las Vegas as one of the top cities to find a job.
City of Las Vegas Official Website
North Las Vegas
Located at the northern tip of the Las Vegas Valley, North Las Vegas is one of Nevada’s fastest growing cities. North Las Vegas is characterized by its friendly atmosphere, development opportunities, civic pride and responsive government. Located in Clark County, the 82.1 square-mile City is surrounded by majestic mountains, desert valleys and an underlying current of dynamic growth. Sunshine is enjoyed 86% of the year with an average daily temperature of 78 degrees. North Las Vegas has something for everyone including vacation, recreational, cultural and historical attractions.
City of North Las Vegas Official Website
Henderson
Known as a community of small town values with big city efficiencies, the city of Henderson is the largest full-service city in the state of Nevada providing residents all the essential services – ambulance, fire suppression, police, sewer and water services. Known throughout the nation for its premier master-planned communities, outstanding parks and recreation facilities, and cultural arts programs and amenities, Henderson offers an enhanced quality of life for those who choose to live, learn, work, and play here.
Throughout its history, the city of Henderson has distinguished itself for its unique innovations and progressive planning to provide citizens with some of the first, only, largest, or most unique services and amenities in Nevada that help set Henderson apart.
City of Henderson Official Website
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