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ZIP 89005 covers Boulder City in Boulder City, Nevada. Median sale price $483K for homes that went under contract June–August 2026.

ZIP 89005 is a residential ZIP code with Boulder City mailing addresses. The Census Bureau's 2020 tabulation area for it covers about 92 square miles of land, with about 15,000 residents counted in the 2020 Census. ZIP 89005 is inside Boulder City. ZIP 89005 is Boulder City's ZIP code — the only city in Nevada where gambling is prohibited. Boulder City was founded in 1931 to house Hoover Dam construction workers and maintains a controlled-growth ordinance that strictly limits new development. The city sits adjacent to Lake Mead National Recreation Area (the largest reservoir in the United States by capacity) and Hoover Dam. Housing supply is permanently constrained by the growth ordinance, supporting property values.

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Where is ZIP 89005?

ZIP 89005 sits in Boulder City, Nevada at approximately 35.979°N, 114.832°W. Boulder City in southeastern Clark County, between the Henderson ZIPs to the northwest and Lake Mead National Recreation Area to the east. I-11 crosses the ZIP, and US-93 runs east from it toward Hoover Dam. The ZIP runs approximately 30-35 min to the Las Vegas Strip and 35-40 min to Harry Reid International Airport. For broader Boulder City market context across every neighborhood NREG covers, see the Boulder City hub, or see where 89005 falls on the Las Vegas ZIP code map.

Which government covers ZIP 89005, and what is its property tax rate?

ZIP 89005 is inside Boulder City. The shares count the Clark County Assessor's residential parcels inside the ZIP's 2020 Census boundary, by tax district, as read on October 21, 2026. Jurisdiction decides which local government handles zoning, building permits, business licenses and short-term-rental rules, and which tax rate applies.

Clark County tax districts in ZIP 89005: share of residential parcels and fiscal 2026–27 rate per $100 of assessed value
DistrictGovernmentShare of parcelsFY 2026–27 rate
050 Boulder City LibraryBoulder City93%$2.6097
058 Boulder City Library RedevelopmentBoulder City3%$2.6097
051 Boulder City Colorado RiverBoulder City3%$2.6097

The Clark County Treasurer lists a fiscal 2026–27 rate of $2.6097 per $100 of assessed value for districts 050, 058 and 051. Assessed value is 35% of the Assessor's taxable value, so each $100,000 of taxable value carries about $913 a year before abatements. Taxable value is set by the Assessor and is often below the sale price. An owner-occupied home's bill can rise at most 3% a year once the owner claims the primary-residence cap (NRS 361.4723); other property, and a home whose new owner has not yet claimed it, falls under the general cap of up to 8% (NRS 361.4722). Check a specific parcel's district on the Clark County Assessor's records search.

Sources: Clark County Treasurer, Tax Rate by District (fiscal 2026–27); Clark County Assessor real property records; parcel counts from the Assessor's parcel layer and the Census Bureau's 2020 ZIP Code Tabulation Areas, read October 21, 2026.

What communities are inside ZIP 89005?

ZIP 89005 covers the entire incorporated City of Boulder City — the only city in Nevada where gambling is prohibited. Boulder City was founded in 1931 to house Hoover Dam construction workers and maintains a controlled-growth ordinance that strictly limits new development. The city sits adjacent to Lake Mead National Recreation Area and Hoover Dam.

Named communities in ZIP 89005, Boulder City NV
CommunityPrice range
Boulder City core$400K-$1M+

Which schools serve ZIP 89005?

CCSD schools include Boulder City HS (7/10 GreatSchools), Garrett JHS (7/10), Andrew J. Mitchell ES (7/10), and Martha P. King ES (7/10). All Boulder City schools rate consistently 7/10 reflecting the stable small-town demographic. Verify specific street-level assignments at ccsd.net before signing any offer. For deeper Summerlin-area school detail, see the Summerlin schools guide.

What does the ZIP 89005 housing market look like in 2026?

Market figures for ZIP 89005

Active listings
154
As of October 30, 2026
Median list price, active
$455K
As of October 30, 2026
Median sale price
$483,000
Under contract June 1–August 31, 2026
Days on market, middle half
15–80 days
Listing to contract, same sales

Sale figures: NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS sales via Repliers. Homes (houses, townhomes and condos; manufactured homes and land excluded) that went under contract June 1–August 31, 2026 and had closed by October 21, 2026. Days on market run from listing to contract; the range is the middle half of those sales. Refreshed quarterly. Active listings and median list price: the same MLS, as of October 30, 2026.

For homes that went under contract June 1–August 31, 2026 and had closed by October 21, 2026, the median sale price in ZIP 89005 was $483,000, and the middle half of those homes went under contract 15–80 days after listing (NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS sales via Repliers; houses, townhomes and condos). Mid-tier ZIP 89005 resale activity follows the metro's seasonal pattern, with more listings and sales in spring and summer than in winter. Compare across all metro submarkets at the Las Vegas market data desk.

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What is nearby in ZIP 89005?

Lake Mead National Recreation Area (immediately east, largest reservoir in US by capacity), Hoover Dam (8 minutes east), Bootleg Canyon mountain biking, the 34-mile River Mountains Loop Trail (starts in Boulder City), and the Historic Railroad Trail all sit inside or near ZIP 89005. Drive times: Las Vegas Strip 30-35 min · Harry Reid International Airport 35-40 min.

What about buying in ZIP 89005?

ZIP 89005 fits buyers seeking small-town character, outdoor recreation access (Lake Mead, Hoover Dam, River Mountains Loop Trail), and the no-gambling lifestyle. Most homes non-HOA single-family. Renovation-focused buyers find substantial 1940s-1970s inventory in the historic Boulder City core. Established mid-tier ZIP 89005 buyers should budget for renovation due diligence on 1980s-2000s housing stock — HVAC systems frequently need replacement at 15-20 years, electrical panels may lack 200-amp capacity for modern loads, and roof age verification at the inspection stage matters. Sewer scope and pool inspection (where applicable) are recommended add-ons. FHA appraisal works on most 89005 properties without major repair conditions. For Las Vegas cost-of-living context including utility and maintenance figures see the cost-of-living guide. Start owner-occupant representation at the buyer hub.

Frequently asked questions about ZIP 89005

Where is ZIP 89005?
ZIP 89005 covers Boulder City in Boulder City, Nevada at approximately 35.979°N latitude. Boulder City in southeastern Clark County, between the Henderson ZIPs to the northwest and Lake Mead National Recreation Area to the east. I-11 crosses the ZIP, and US-93 runs east from it toward Hoover Dam. Its 2020 Census ZIP Code Tabulation Area covers about 92 square miles of land, and the 2020 Census counted about 15,000 residents there.
Is ZIP 89005 in the City of Boulder City?
ZIP 89005 is inside Boulder City. Jurisdiction decides which local government handles zoning, building permits, business licenses and short-term-rental rules, and which tax rate applies.
What is the median home price in 89005?
For homes that went under contract June 1–August 31, 2026 and had closed by October 21, 2026, the median sale price in ZIP 89005 was $483,000, and the middle half of those homes went under contract 15–80 days after listing (NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS sales via Repliers; houses, townhomes and condos). Prices vary across the 1 named community inside the ZIP.
What schools serve ZIP 89005?
ZIP 89005 feeds into Boulder City HS (7/10 GreatSchools), Garrett JHS (7/10), and multiple elementary schools including Andrew J. Mitchell ES (7/10), Martha P. King ES (7/10). Verify your specific street-level school assignment at ccsd.net.
What communities are in ZIP 89005?
ZIP 89005 contains 1 named community: Boulder City core ($400K-$1M+). Each community has its own HOA, CC&Rs, and amenity package — review the NRS 116 resale package within the 10-day delivery window after any accepted offer.
How far is ZIP 89005 from the Las Vegas Strip and airport?
From ZIP 89005, drive times run approximately 30-35 min to the Las Vegas Strip and 35-40 min to Harry Reid International Airport. Specific times vary by traffic and exact origin within the ZIP — the figures shown are typical off-peak drive times.
What is the property tax rate in ZIP 89005?
The Clark County Treasurer lists a fiscal 2026–27 rate of $2.6097 per $100 of assessed value for districts 050, 058 and 051. Assessed value is 35% of the Assessor's taxable value, so each $100,000 of taxable value carries about $913 a year before abatements. Taxable value is set by the Assessor and is often below the sale price. An owner-occupied home's bill can rise at most 3% a year once the owner claims the primary-residence cap (NRS 361.4723); other property, and a home whose new owner has not yet claimed it, falls under the general cap of up to 8% (NRS 361.4722). Check a specific parcel's district on the Clark County Assessor's records search.
Is gambling really illegal in Boulder City?
Yes. Boulder City in ZIP 89005 is the only city in Nevada where gambling is prohibited by city ordinance. The prohibition was established when the city was founded in 1931 by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation as company-town housing for Hoover Dam workers. Residents voted to maintain the prohibition when Boulder City incorporated in 1960.
Why is housing supply so constrained in Boulder City?
Boulder City in ZIP 89005 maintains a controlled-growth ordinance that strictly limits new residential development. The ordinance limits annual building permits to approximately 1.5% of existing housing stock. Combined with the physical constraint of the Lake Mead National Recreation Area boundary, housing supply is permanently constrained — supporting property values during downturns and creating a tight inventory environment year-round.

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