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Mesquite, NV

Mesquite is a city in Clark County, Nevada, United States adjacent to the Arizona state line and 80 miles (130 km) northeast of Las Vegas on Interstate 15. As of the 2020 census, the city had a population of 20,471. The city is located in the Virgin River valley adjacent to the Virgin Mountains in the northeastern part of the Mojave Desert. It is home to a growing retirement community, as well as several casino resorts and golf courses.

Mesquite was settled by Mormon pioneers in 1880, who called it Mesquite Flat. The community was finally established on the third attempt after having been flooded out from the waters of the Virgin River. The name was later shortened to Mesquite, and the city was incorporated 1984. The community was named for the mesquite timber near the original town site. Mesquite, like nearby Bunkerville, had its origins in farming. The Peppermill Mesquite casino, which opened in the 1970s, drove Mesquite's diversified economy. The city incorporated in 1984 and established a master development plan during the early 1990s. In the mid-1990s, more casinos opened. By 2006, Mesquite was one of the fastest-growing small towns in the United States, though the late-2000s recession led to the closure of the Oasis (formerly the Peppermill) casino.

Mesquite occupies the northeast corner of Clark County. The eastern border of the city is the Arizona state line. The city is in the Virgin River valley, occupying the northern side of the river. The city lies adjacent to the Virgin Mountains in the northeastern Mojave Desert near the southern mouth of the Virgin River Gorge.

Interstate 15 passes through the city, leading southwest 80 miles (130 km) to downtown Las Vegas and northeast 39 miles (63 km) to St. George, Utah. Nevada State Route 170 leads south from the center of town, crossing the Virgin River into the unincorporated community of Bunkerville before looping back to I-15 at the western city limits of Mesquite.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city of Mesquite has a total area of 32.4 square miles (83.8 km²), of which 31.9 square miles (82.6 km²) is land and 0.46 square miles (1.2 km²), or 1.40%, is water.

Health and wellness are paramount in Mesquite, with the city offering various facilities and initiatives to support residents' well-being. Mesa View Regional Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. The Mesquite Recreation Center features extensive fitness facilities, pools, and sports programs for all ages. Mesquite Fitness offers comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. For golf enthusiasts, the Oasis Golf Club and Falcon Ridge Golf Course provide stunning courses to enjoy the sport. The Rising Star Sports Ranch offers sports facilities for basketball, volleyball, and other activities. For those seeking relaxation, the Eureka Casino Resort offers luxurious treatments and wellness services.

The top sites in Mesquite, NV are Eureka Casino Resort, Wolf Creek Golf Club, and Conestoga Golf Club.

Population: 21,992 (2022). ZIP code: 89027. Elevation: 488 m. Area code(s): 702 and 725. Area: 32.4 square miles (83.8 km²) 

FAQs

Is it expensive to live in Mesquite, NV?

Mesquite is ranked 111 out of 273 cities across the US in terms of cost of living. The cost of living in Mesquite is 97.5% of the national average. The median household income in Mesquite is $63,757, which is 2% less than that of the state. The median income for an individual is $29,890, which is 18% less than that of the state. The average rent in Mesquite (located in Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise Metro) metro area for a 2-bed home is $1,604, which is 9% more than the average rent across the US. The median home price in Mesquite is $372,500 with a median price per sqft of $223.

What is Mesquite, NV known for?

There aren’t too many cities in Nevada that can boast multiple championship golf courses designed by legends Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus, or famed golf course architect Gary Panks. However, Mesquite Nevada, about 80 miles north of Las Vegas, offers much more than world-class championship golf experiences. Golf vacations to the picturesque Virgin River Valley may rank among Mesquite Nevada’s top attractions, but countless others come to Mesquite to enjoy its upscale casino resorts and spas that are more wallet-friendly than comparable experiences in larger cities.

Is Mesquite, NV a good place to live?

Mesquite is in Clark County. Living in Mesquite offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many retirees live in Mesquite and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Mesquite are above average.

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Eureka Casino Resort

Wolf Creek Golf Club

Conestoga Golf Club

Mesa View Regional Hospital

Mesquite Recreation Center

Mesquite Fitness

Oasis Golf Club

Falcon Ridge Golf Course

Rising Star Sports Ranch

Eureka Casino Resort

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