Moving to Bunkerville, Nevada

Bunkerville, Nevada is a small town located in Clark County. The geography of the city is diverse, with a central area made up of small hills and valleys and surrounded by desert. The climate in Bunkerville is typical for the region, with hot summers and mild winters.

History of Bunkerville dates back to the early 1800s when Mormon settlers first established themselves in the area. The town was officially incorporated in 1905 and has been steadily growing ever since. Politics in Bunkerville are largely focused on local issues such as infrastructure improvements and economic development initiatives.

The economy of Bunkerville is primarily based on tourism, agriculture, and retail businesses. The city’s main tourist attractions include several historic sites including a 19th century fort and several old churches. Agriculture also plays an important role in the local economy, with many farms located nearby producing vegetables, fruits, livestock, dairy products, and eggs for consumption throughout Nevada. Additionally, there are several small businesses located within the city limits that provide goods and services to local residents.

Bunkerville schools are served by Clark County School District which provides educational opportunities for students from kindergarten through 12th grade. There are also several private schools located within the city limits offering specialized education options for students who wish to pursue a more specific career path or higher education opportunities after high school graduation.

Landmarks in Bunkerville include Old Fort Churchill State Historic Park which was once an active military fort during the American Civil War; Overton Wildlife Management Area which provides public access to wildlife viewing; Mormon Mesa which offers scenic views; Virgin Valley Heritage Museum which houses artifacts from Native American tribes that once lived in the area; as well as various churches scattered throughout town that date back to when Mormons first settled there over a hundred years ago.

Population: 1,014
Males: 505 (49.8%), Females: 509 (50.2%)

Clark County

Zip code: 89007

Demographics

Median resident age: 24.1 years
Median household income: $45,076
Median house value: $131,700

Population by Race

Races in Bunkerville:

  • White Non-Hispanic (69.9%)
  • Hispanic (24.9%)
  • Other race (15.7%)
  • Two or more races (6.0%)
  • American Indian (1.6%)
  • Filipino (1.0%)
  • Other Asian (0.8%)
  • Black (0.7%)
  • Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander (0.6%)

(Total can be greater than 100% because Hispanics could be counted in other races)

Ancestries: English (23.7%), German (6.9%), Swedish (3.2%), United States (3.1%), French (2.6%), Irish (1.8%).

Elevation: 1529 feet

Land area: 43.0 square miles

Population by Education

Bunkerville is a small town located in Clark County, Nevada. It has a population of 1,304 people according to the 2019 census. The majority of the residents are white with a small percentage of African-American, Hispanic, and Asian residents. The median age is 44 years old and the median household income is $46,945. The majority of the population lives in single family homes and there are relatively few apartment buildings or other multi-family dwellings. Despite its small size, Bunkerville offers many amenities for its citizens including a public library, several restaurants, two churches, and a post office. Education is also important in Bunkerville with students attending the local elementary school or taking classes at nearby Mesquite High School or Virgin Valley High School. There are also several recreational activities available such as basketball courts and playgrounds for children to enjoy as well as hiking trails for adults to explore. Bunkerville has something for everyone!

For population 25 years and over in Bunkerville

  • High school or higher: 71.5%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 11.3%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 0.0%
  • Unemployed: 6.3%
  • Mean travel time to work: 25.6 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Bunkerville CDP

  • Never married: 22.2%
  • Now married: 58.7%
  • Separated: 0.0%
  • Widowed: 5.2%
  • Divorced: 13.8%

18.4% Foreign born (17.5% Latin America).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Bunkerville:

  • DIXIE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER (about 45 miles; ST GEORGE, UT)
  • GROVER C DILS MEDICAL CENTER (about 55 miles; CALIENTE, NV)
  • BOULDER CITY HOSPITAL (about 73 miles; BOULDER CITY, NV)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Bunkerville:

  • ST GEORGE MUNI (about 45 miles; ST GEORGE, UT; Abbreviation: SGU)
  • NELLIS AFB (about 73 miles; LAS VEGAS, NV; Abbreviation: LSV)
  • MC CARRAN INTL (about 85 miles; LAS VEGAS, NV; Abbreviation: LAS)

Other public-use airports nearest to Bunkerville:

  • MESQUITE (about 8 miles; MESQUITE, NV; Abbreviation: 67L)
  • PERKINS FIELD (about 25 miles; OVERTON, NV; Abbreviation: U08)
  • ECHO BAY (about 39 miles; OVERTON, NV; Abbreviation: 0L9)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Bunkerville:

  • DIXIE STATE COLLEGE OF UTAH (about 45 miles; ST GEORGE, UT; Full-time enrollment: 4,347)
  • COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF SOUTHERN NEVADA (about 79 miles; LAS VEGAS, NV; Full-time enrollment: 13,686)
  • UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA-LAS VEGAS (about 82 miles; LAS VEGAS, NV; Full-time enrollment: 15,686)
  • SOUTHERN UTAH UNIVERSITY (about 96 miles; CEDAR CITY, UT; Full-time enrollment: 5,091)
  • MOHAVE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 105 miles; KINGMAN, AZ; Full-time enrollment: 2,405)
  • NORTHERN ARIZONA UNIVERSITY (about 164 miles; FLAGSTAFF, AZ; Full-time enrollment: 15,758)
  • LOMA LINDA UNIVERSITY (about 184 miles; LOMA LINDA, CA; Full-time enrollment: 2,761)

Public primary/middle school in Bunkerville:

  • BOWLER, JOSEPH ELEM (Students: 471; Location: 851 VINCEN LEAVITT; Grades: PK – 06)