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Whitney, NV

Whitney (formerly East Las Vegas) is an unincorporated town and census-designated place in Clark County, Nevada, United States. The population was 38,585 at the 2010 census.

Stowell E. Whitney, a dairy farmer from Bunkerville, Nevada, purchased a ranch in the area in the 1910s. The town of Whitney was established in 1931, when Whitney subdivided his ranch due to the construction of the Boulder Highway. Much of this land is now within Henderson city limits. He didn't attract many buyers, since this took place during the Great Depression. A Whitney post office was opened the following year. The town was officially founded in 1942 by the Clark County Commission, and that year Whitney was given official borders. The town was renamed as East Las Vegas in 1958, in response to a petition signed by almost all the residents. The name was changed back to Whitney in 1993.

Prior to the 1970s, Whitney was one of a few small communities between Las Vegas and Henderson along Boulder Highway (which was US 93, US 95 and US 466 at the time). Whitney Elementary School was a converted barracks. It housed grades from first to seventh until the 1960s; after that, seventh-graders were moved to Henderson Junior High. In the early years, the town's post office was operated by John and Nellie Bunch, owners of much of the Whitney property and surrounding areas. The town consisted of three streets running east and west: Whitney Avenue, Keenan Avenue, and Missouri Avenue. Cross streets running north and south were 1st Street, 2nd Street, and 3rd Street. Older students attended Basic High School in Henderson.

In the early 1990s, the outward growth of development in Las Vegas and Henderson, as well as the construction of the Interstate 515 (now Interstate 11) bypass of Whitney, had a negative effect on businesses in the area. Business began to recover in the 2000s. The area has seen several new housing developments on vacant land.

It is home to Sam Boyd Stadium (formerly Las Vegas Stadium, Las Vegas Silver Bowl, and Sam Boyd Silver Bowl), the former home venue of the UNLV Rebels college football team.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the census-designated place (CDP) of Whitney (which may not coincide exactly with the town boundaries) has a total area of 6.8 square miles (17.5 km²), all of it land. As an unincorporated town, Whitney is directly managed by the Clark County Commission. Federally, it is split between the 1st and 3rd Congressional Districts, but redistributing will be in the 1st congressional district entirely in 2023, represented by Democrat Dina Titus. In state politics, it is part of State Senate District 7, represented by Democrat Roberta Lange, and Assembly District 18, which is represented by Democrat Venicia Considine.

Whitney places a strong emphasis on health and wellness to its residents. Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center and the Carson Tahoe Health offer comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Fitness centers like 24 Hour Fitness and Planet Fitness offer comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. Engaging in wellness activities at Whitney Park, participating in fitness classes at the Whitney Recreation Center. EOS Fitness provides comprehensive gym facilities with various equipment and classes to keep you engaged.

Top sites in Whitney, NV are The Mob Museum, Fremont Street Experience, and The Neon Museum Las Vegas.

Population: 46,268 (2023). Elevation: 1,940 ft (591 m). Area: 6.81 sq mi (17.64 km²). ZIP code: 89122. Area code(s): 702. 

FAQs

Is Whitney, NV a good place to live?

Whitney is in Clark County. Living in Whitney offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Whitney there are a lot of bars and parks. Many families live in Whitney and residents tend to be liberal.

What is the crime rate in Whitney, NV?

Whitney crime rates are 68% higher than the national average. The violent crimes in Whitney are 69% higher than the national average. You have a 1 in 26 chance of becoming a victim of crime. Whitney is safer than 10% of the cities in the United States. Year over year crime in Whitney has increased by 19%.

What is the history of Whitney, NV?

The town was officially founded in 1942 by the Clark County Commission, and that year Whitney was given official borders. The town was renamed as East Las Vegas in 1958, in response to a petition signed by almost all the residents. The name was changed back to Whitney in 1993. Prior to the 1970s, Whitney was one of a few small communities between Las Vegas and Henderson along Boulder Highway (which was US 93, US 95 and US 466 at the time). 

Sources

Clark County

Wikipedia

Niche

Area Vibes

The Mob Museum

Fremont Street Experience

The Neon Museum Las Vegas

Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center

Carson Tahoe Health

24 Hour Fitness

Planet Fitness

Whitney Park

Whitney Recreation Center

EOS Fitness

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