White Pine County Quality of Life
Public Safety
| Population | White Pine Crime Rate | Western States Crime Rate* | National Crime Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 9,542 | 4.82** | N/A | N/A |
| 2008 | 9,542 | 13.73 | N/A | N/A |
| 2007 | 9,542 | 15.30 | 38.34 | 37.57 |
| 2006 | 9,542 | 25.36 | 39.98 | 38.35 |
| 2005 | 9,275 | 25.77 | 42.94 | 39.28 |
Source: State of Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles and Public Safety. Crime rate based on the occurrence of an index offense per 1,000 residents of the area. *Western States consist of Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming. **Yearly total as of April 2009.
Climate
Monthly Temperature (F)
| 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18.6 | 19.1 | 25.5 | 21.1 |
| February | 31.1 | 27.1 | 27.3 | 28.5 |
| March | 39.9 | 34.5 | 35.4 | 36.6 |
| April | 44.0 | 39.7 | 41.3 | 41.7 |
| May | 52.4 | 48.1 | 54.2 | 51.6 |
| June | 62.6 | 59.8 | 56.1 | 59.5 |
| July | 71.4 | 69.3 | 66.6 | 69.1 |
| August | 69.4 | 67.8 | 61.5 | 66.2 |
| September | 56.8 | 56.8 | 58.8 | 57.5 |
| October | 44.8 | 45.9 | 40.2 | 43.6 |
| November | 36.4 | 39.5 | 33.6 | 36.5 |
| December | 21.6 | 24.6 | 16.3 | 20.8 |
| Average | 45.8 | 44.4 | 43.1 | 44.4 |
Monthly Snowfall (inches)
| 2006-2007 | 2007-2008 | 2008-2009 | Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | |
| August | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | |
| September | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | |
| October | 1.50 | 1.50 | ||
| November | 0.00 | 0.00 | 1.30 | 0.43 |
| December | 0.00 | 8.90 | 4.45 | |
| January | 13.70 | 13.70 | ||
| February | 0.00 | 11.20 | 5.60 | |
| March | 0.00 | 2.00 | 9.10 | 3.70 |
| April | 0.00 | 0.00 | 9.90 | 3.30 |
| May | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | |
| June | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Average | 0.00 | 0.40 | 4.63 | 2.72 |
Monthly Precipitation (inches)
| 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0.21 | 0.68 | 1.49 | 0.79 |
| February | 1.41 | 0.60 | 0.54 | 0.85 |
| March | 0.64 | 0.14 | 0.65 | 0.48 |
| April | 0.63 | 0.01 | 1.18 | 0.61 |
| May | 0.34 | 0.44 | 0.33 | 0.37 |
| June | 0.34 | 0.33 | 1.78 | 0.82 |
| July | 0.70 | 0.94 | 0.92 | 0.85 |
| August | 0.59 | 0.38 | 0.33 | 0.43 |
| September | 0.59 | 0.35 | 0.33 | 0.42 |
| October | 0.63 | 0.16 | 1.44 | 0.74 |
| November | 0.00 | 1.16 | 0.00 | 0.39 |
| December | 0.68 | 0.30 | 1.05 | 0.68 |
| Average | 0.56 | 0.46 | 0.84 | 0.62 |
Source: National Weather Service Forecast Office, Ely WBO, NV
Housing
Housing Availability
According to the 2000 Census, there are 4,439 housing units in White Pine County. 3,282 are occupied, 1,157 are vacant, and 200 are available for seasonal, recreational, or occasional use.
Housing Costs
| Median Value | Median Mortgage | Median Rent | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Pine County | $70,000 | $772 | $452 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2000 Census
Traffic
| Average Commute Time | # of Vehicles per Household* | % of Work Done at Home | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Pine County | 18.3 minutes | 2.01 | 4.9 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2000 Census, *ehome.com
Communications
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Television
- CBS
- NBC
- PBS
- ABC
- FOX
- UPN
- KREN
- KAZRCA
- K52FF
- KNVVLP
Newspapers
- Elko Daily Free Press
- Ely Daily Times
- Carlin Press
- High Desert Advocate
Radio
- FM
- KWPR 88.7 - Public Radio
- K217DN (KAWZ) 91.3 - Religious
- K220DT (KNIS) 91.9 - Christian Contemporary
- KDSS 92.7 - Country
- K237AJ (KSFI 95.3 - Adult Contemporary
- KCLS 101.7 - Classic Rock
- AM
- KELY 1230 - Oldies
Source: http://www.radio-locator.com
Medical/Health Resources
William Bee Ririe Hospital
William Bee Ririe Hospital is a fully accredited 40 bed hospital which provides inpatient medical, surgical, obstetrical, and ICU services, long term care, out-patient services for surgery, physical therapy, and respiratory therapy, and 24-hour, physician attended emergency room services. The hospital is equipped for diagnostic X-ray services including CT scan and mammography.
Nevada Physician Directory
With the help of the Physician Directory, you can make an informed choice of your doctor in the comfort of your own home, without searching through endless information. This site will help you locate, get acquainted with, and choose a new medical service provider in your area. The Physician Directory listings include all types of physicians for all of your medical needs. some listed areas follows, Naturopaths, Osteopath, Oncology, Dermatology, Pathology, Pediatrics, Endocrinology, Psychiatry, Radiology, Oncology, Cancer Specialists, Gynecology, Urology, and more.
Education
In White Pine County, the average teacher/student ratio is 18:1, the class of 2007 dropout rate was 1.1%, the average class size is 12, and the class of 2007 graduation rate was 83.2%.
Source: Nevada Annual Reports of Accountability
Mathematics Criterion Reference Test (CRT) Results 2007-08
Grade 3
| Area | Number Enrolled |
Not Tested (%) | Emergent/ Developing (%) |
Approaches Standard (%) | Meets Standard (%) | Exceeds Standard (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Pine County* | 107 |
0.0 |
19.6 |
40.2 |
28.0 |
12.2 |
| Nevada* | 33,913 |
0.2 |
8.3 |
31.7 |
35.6 |
24.4 |
| National** 4th Grade |
Below Basic
19.0 |
At or Above Basic
43.0 |
At or Above Proficient
33.0 |
At Advanced
5.0 |
Grade 5
| Area | Number Enrolled |
Not Tested (%) | Emergent/ Developing (%) |
Approaches Standard (%) | Meets Standard (%) | Exceeds Standard (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Pine County* | 108 |
0.9 |
8.4 |
40.2 |
41.1 |
10.3 |
| Nevada* | 32,820 |
0.1 |
5.9 |
32.5 |
48.4 |
13.2 |
| National** 4th Grade |
Below Basic
19.0 |
At or Above Basic
43.0 |
At or Above Proficient
33.0 |
At Advanced
5.0 |
Grade 8
| Area | Number Enrolled |
Not Tested (%) | Emergent/ Developing (%) |
Approaches Standard (%) | Meets Standard (%) | Exceeds Standard (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Pine County* | 119 |
0.8 |
11.9 |
41.5 |
45.8 |
0.8 |
| Nevada* | 33,395 |
0.5 |
17.0 |
30.7 |
41.9 |
10.4 |
| National** |
Below Basic
30.0 |
At or Above Basic
39.0 |
At or Above Proficient
24.0 |
At Advanced
7.0 |
Reading Criterion Reference Test (CRT) Results 2007-08
Grade 3
| Area | Number Enrolled |
Not Tested (%) | Emergent/ Developing (%) |
Approaches Standard (%) | Meets Standard (%) | Exceeds Standard (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Pine County* | 107 |
0.0 |
10.3 |
46.7 |
29.0 |
14.0 |
| Nevada* | 33,913 |
0.1 |
6.1 |
35.3 |
33.5 |
25.1 |
| National** 4th Grade |
Below Basic
34.0 |
At or Above Basic
34.0 |
At or Above Proficient
24.0 |
At Advanced
7.0 |
Grade 5
| Area | Number Enrolled |
Not Tested (%) | Emergent/ Developing (%) |
Approaches Standard (%) | Meets Standard (%) | Exceeds Standard (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Pine County* | 108 |
0.9 |
11.2 |
43.0 |
36.4 |
9.3 |
| Nevada* | 32,820 |
0.1 |
11.5 |
41.8 |
39.0 |
7.6 |
| National** 4th Grade |
Below Basic
34.0 |
At or Above Basic
34.0 |
At or Above Proficient
24.0 |
At Advanced
7.0 |
Grade 8
| Area | Number Enrolled |
Not Tested (%) | Emergent/ Developing (%) |
Approaches Standard (%) | Meets Standard (%) | Exceeds Standard (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Pine County* | 119 |
0.8 |
5.9 |
37.3 |
51.7 |
5.1 |
| Nevada* | 33,395 |
0.5 |
8.7 |
37.1 |
42.3 |
11.8 |
| National** | Below Basic
27.0 |
At or Above Basic
43.0 |
At or Above Proficient
27.0 |
At Advanced
2.0 |
Science Criterion Reference Test (CRT) Results 2007-08
Grade 5
| Area | Number Enrolled |
Not Tested (%) | Emergent/ Developing (%) |
Approaches Standard (%) | Meets Standard (%) | Exceeds Standard (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Pine County* | 108 |
0.9 |
11.2 |
37.4 |
32.7 |
18.7 |
| Nevada* | 32,820 |
0.2 |
11.4 |
35.8 |
36.4 |
16.4 |
| National*** 4th Grade |
Below Basic
34.0 |
At or Above Basic
39.0 |
At or Above Proficient
25.0 |
At Advanced
2.0 |
Grade 8
| Area | Number Enrolled |
Not Tested (%) | Emergent/ Developing (%) |
Approaches Standard (%) | Meets Standard (%) | Exceeds Standard (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Pine County* | 119 |
0.8 |
5.1 |
24.6 |
66.1 |
4.2 |
| Nevada* | 33,395 |
0.9 |
11.5 |
30.0 |
53.9 |
4.5 |
| National*** | Below Basic
43.0 |
At or Above Basic
30.0 |
At or Above Proficient
24.0 |
At Advanced
3.0 |
Source: *Nevada Annual Reports of Accountability, **National Center for Education Statistics 2007 , ***National Center for Education Statistics 2005
Achievement (Standard)
Emergent/Developing - Student occasionally/does not apply skills/strategies and requires extensive remediation.
Approaches Standard - Student inconsistently/incompletely applies skills/strategies and requires targeted remediation.
Meets Standard - Student consistently applies skills/strategies without need for remediation.
Exceeds Standard - Student comprehensively/consistently applies and generalizes skills/strategies in a variety of situations.
Charter school data are not included in district total
Great Basin College
Great Basin College is a member institution of the University and Community College System of Nevada and is accredited by the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges. For 35 years GBC has provided opportunities in higher education for central and northeast Nevadans. The College has also provided specialized training to local businesses and industries such as the mines, hospital, and education. GBC awards certificates of achievement, associate degrees, and select bachelor degrees using a variety of instructional methods. By advancing the academic and professional endeavors of the rural communities and by providing access to quality certificate, associate, and baccalaureate programs, GBC's mission of addressing workforce needs of the regional economy has been enhanced. Currently, the College offers bachelor degrees in elementary education, applied sciences, and integrative and professional studies.
Cultural Organizations and Recreation
Lehman Caves
Lehman Caves is a beautiful limestone cave with intriguing, unusual formations. Lehman Caves is one of the best places to see rare shield formations. Over 300 shields are known in Lehman Caves, more than any other cave. All of the cave is profusely decorated; stalactites, stalagmites, helictites, flowstone, popcorn, and other formations cover almost every surface of the cave.
Cave Lake State Park
Cave Lake State Park is 15 miles southeast of Ely via U.S. 50/6/93 and Success Summit Road. The 32-acre reservoir at Cave Lake State Park is popular for trout fishing, boating, picnicking and camping. Perched in the middle of the Schell Creek Range, adjacent to the Humboldt National Forest at an elevation of 7,300', the park offers outstanding scenic views and opportunities for nature study and photography. Facilities include campgrounds, picnic areas, hiking trails and a boat launch. Winter sports such as ice fishing, cross-country skiing and ice skating are also available. Weather permitting, Cave Lake is open all year.
Nevada Northern Railway Museum
The Nevada Northern Railway Museum is dedicated to the restoration, preservation, interpretation and operation of the Nevada Northern Railway historic facilities, yards, and rail collection. This evolving museum gives people the opportunity to experience a world class historic working railroad.
Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park
Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park is known for its six historic charcoal ovens. These beehive-shaped ovens were used in the late 19th century to generate charcoal for use in the mines of nearby Ward. Today, the park offers limited facilities for picnicking and camping. Other features include forested woodlands, lush riparian areas and outstanding views of the Steptoe Valley and surrounding mountains. The park is located seven miles south of Ely via U.S. 50/6/93, then 11 miles southwest on Cave Valley Road. Cave Valley Road is a graded dirt road, accessible by passenger vehicles from May through October.
White Pine Golf Course
The White Pine County Golf Course is located just north of beautiful Ely, Nevada just off Highway 93 across from the Fairgrounds. With spectacular views of the Schell Creek Mountain Range on the east and the Egan Mountain Range to the southwest, you'll find a wonderful place to slow down, relax and play a few rounds. This is a regulation 18-hole, par 72, 6,843 yard golf course.
White Pine Public Museum
Acquisitions include: Historical Photographs - collections depict early towns, people, buildings, mines, businesses and lifestyles of the people of White Pine County and historical documents including newspapers, journals, ledgers, record books, maps, etc. to aid those researching White Pine County, NV.
Annual Events
| Name | Date |
|---|---|
| Copper Classic Ice Fishing Derby | February |
| Fourth of July | July |
| White Pine County Fair | August |
| Trains, Planes, & Automobiles | August |
| Silver State Classic Challenge | September |
Churches/Religious Organizations
| Denomination | Total Number of Churches |
|---|---|
| Assemblies of God | 1 |
| Baptist | 4 |
| Church of Jesus Christ | 2 |
| Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints | 2 |
| Church of the Nazarene | 1 |
| Episcopal | 1 |
| Foursquare Gospel | 2 |
| Jehovah Witness | 1 |
| Lutheran | 1 |
| Methodist | 2 |
Source: AreaGuide.net
Libraries
There are four libraries in White Pine County. One each in Baker and McGill and two in Ely.
Financial Institutions
- First National Bank of Ely
- Nevada Bank & Trust