Tax, Government and Community Resources

Tax Info & Important Phone Numbers

Here's a breakdown of general tax information. Consult your tax attorney or advisor for updated, individual information.

Taxes

Las Vegas has NO PERSONAL INCOME TAX. There is
no state income, inheritance, gift or estate taxes.
Inventory or corporate taxes are levied. The low overall
taxes has made Las Vegas a hot-spot for industrial and
professional growth.

The Assessor is required by Nevada law to assess
al property every year. The Assessor is required
by law to assess all real property at current value,
which is represented by the replacement cost of the
improvement less depreciation and market value of the

There are several tax districts in Clark County.
For a breakdown of tax districts and the tax rates,
visit www.clarkcountynv.gov.

Property Tax Due Dates

Payments are made quarterly and as follows:
1st Quarter: 3rd Monday of August
2nd Quarter: 1st Monday of October
3rd Quarter: 1st Monday of January
4th Quarter: 1st Monday of March

To further inquire about Nevada's tax laws, contact:
Department of Taxation: 702-486-2300

Nevada has NO:

Corporate tax

Personal income tax

Unitary tax

Franchise tax

Inventory tax

Inheritance tax

Estate and/or gift tax

Special intangible tax

Sales and Use tax

Abatement

Sales Tax Deferral

Modified Business

Tax Abatement

Personal Property

Tax Abatement

Property Tax Abatement

Property Tax exemptions

Nevada Also Offers:

Nevada Sales

Tax Rates

Carson County 7.60%

Churchill County 7.60%

Clark County 8.25%

Douglas County 7.10%

Lyon County 7.10%

Storey County 7.60%

Washoe 8.265%

Additional Advantages of Doing Business in Nevada:

Stockholders, directors and officers need not live or hold meetings in Nevada

Directors need not be stockholders

Nevada Corporations may purchase, hold, sell or transfer shares of its own stock

Employment Information

Las Vegas is rated the 3rd fastest growing private sector employment in the country, after Utah and Florida, growing at 3.8%. Gaming, Las Vegas’ trademark industry, has served as the catalyst for the lion’s share of the Valley’s growth and economic success. From finance to construction and retail to service, Las Vegas’ tourist and entertainment venues and hotel and casino resort properties promise a steady demand for jobs as well as create a wealth of new business opportunities.

EMPLOYMENT CARDS/CERTIFICATION

If you are hired in a food and beverage or child care position, you must obtain a health card from the Southern Nevada Health District. If you are hired in the hotel or gaming industry, some positions are required to have a Sheriff’s Work Card. A referral from the hotel/casino is required in order to get the Sheriff’s Card. If you handle or work directly around liquor, you are required to have an Alcohol Education Card.

EMPLOYMENT PERMITS

For information about obtaining a:

Sheriff’s Work Card:                                               702.828.3271; www.lvmpd.com

Health Card:                                                              702.759.1000; www.southernnevadahealthdistrict.org

Alcohol Education Card (TAM):                         702.545.6664

EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

Employment Security Division                       702.486.7934.        detr.state.nv.us/esd.htm

Job Hotline Clark County                                702.455.3174

City of Henderson             Job Hotline.         702.565.2318

City of Las Vegas              Job Hotline.          702.229.6346

City of North Las Vegas.  Job Hotline         702.633.1514

Nevada State Job Info.     Job Hotline.        702.486.2920

TOP 20 CLARK COUNTY EMPLOYERS

Elementary and Secondary Schools - 30,000+

Clark County Executive and Legislative Offices - 8000+

Wynn Las Vegas - 8000+

MGM Grand Hotel/Casino - 8000+

Bellagio LLC - 8000+

Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino - 7000+

Aria Resort and Casino - 7000+

University of Nevada Las Vegas - 5000+

Caesars Palace - 5000+

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police - 4500+

Mirage Casino - 4500+

The Venetian Casino - 4500+

The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas - 4000+

The Palazzo - 3500+

University Medical Center of Southern Nevada - 3500+

Encore Las Vegas - 3000+

Southwest Airlines - 3000+

Luxor Hotel and Casino - 3000+

City of Las Vegas - 3000+

Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center - 3000+

Vehicle Registration, Drivers Licensing and Voter Registration

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS

New Nevada residents must obtain their driver license and vehicle registration within 30 days. The initial fine for failing to register your vehicle is $1,000. It may be reduced to not less than $200 upon compliance. You must be a Nevada resident and provide a Nevada street address to obtain a driver license. You may not hold licenses or ID cards from multiple states. Active duty military members , their spouses, dependents and others living temporarily in Nevada are not required to transfer theirlicense and registration. Licensees are not issued to visitors. Foreign nationals may or may not be eligible to a license or a driver authorization card depending on their specific immigration status.

DMV LOCATIONS

Las Vegas - West Flamingo

8250 W. Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, NV 89147

Phone: 702.486.4368

Hours: Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm, Sat 8am - 4pm

DRIVER’S LICENSE

REQUIREMENTS

Las Vegas - North Decatur

7170 N. Decatur Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89131

Phone: 702.486.4368

Hours: Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm, Sat 8am - 4pm

Your valid, State-Issued Driver License,

Instruction Permit or ID Card

Proof of your Social Security Number

Additional proof of identity

N Las Vegas (CDL/Motor Carrier ONLY)

4110 Donovan Way, North Las Vegas, NV 89030

Phone: 702.486.4368

Hours: Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm

VEHICLE REGISTRATION

Las Vegas - East Sahara

2701 E. Sahara Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89104

Phone: 702.486.4368

Hours: Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm, Sat 8am - 4pm

Henderson

1399 American Pacific Dr., Henderson, NV 89074

Phone: 702.486.4368

Hours: Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm, Sat 8am - 4pm

Nevada Evidence of Insurance Card

Nevada Emissions Vehicle

Inspection Report

Your current Registration and

License Plates

Title(s), unless held by Leinholder

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

Fees

VOTER REGISTRATION

Voters must be United States citizens and at least 18 years of age by election date in order to qualify to vote. Voters must live in Clark County for 30 days and in their precinct for 10 days before the next election. Voters must not be under any current sentence for felony convictions or other losses of civil rights.

New residents may register, change address, or change party affiliation by going to the Clark County Election Department, 500 S. Grand Central Parkway, or to the City Clerk’s office at North Las Vegas City Hall, or at the Department of Motor Vehicles. New residents may also register by mail by picking up a mail registration form at the City Clerk’s office, by calling 702.455.VOTE, or faxing a request for registration form to 702.455.2981.

Clark County Election Department

500 S Grand Central Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89155

Phone: 702.455.8683

www.clarkcountynv.gov/vote

Important Clark County & Las Vegas Phone Numbers

LV Metropolitan Police Dept                   702-828-3111

Henderson Police Dept.                            702-267-5000

NV Highway Patrol                                       702-486-4100

Animal Control Clark County                   702-455-7710

Marriage License                                          702-671-0600

Animal Control Henderson                       702-267-4970

Nevada SPCA                                                702-873-7722

Heaven Can Wait Sanctuary                    702-227-5555

VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System 702-227-5555

Clark County Assessors Office               702-455-3882

Better Business Bureau                              702-320-4500

Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce       702-735-1616

City Clerk - Las Vegas                                 702-229-6311

City Hall - Las Vegas                                    702-229-6011

Clark County Bar Association                   702-387-6011

Clark County Gevernment Center         702-455-0000

Clark County Library District                    702-734-7323

Cox Communications                                  702-383-4000

DMV                                                                    702-486-4368

Gaming Work Permit                                    702-486-2000

HealthCards                                                     702-759-1099

Colleges:

UNLV                                                                   702-895-3011

College of So. NV.                                          702-651-5000

H o m e s t e a d Info                                               702-455-3882

Hunting & Fishing Licenses                                  702-486-5127

Immunizations.                                                          702-759-1000

Marriage License                                                      702 671-0600

Harry Reid  International Airport                         702-261-5211

Legal Aid Center o f S. N V                                   702-386-1070

VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System       702-791-9000

Parks and Recreation, Clark County                  702-455-8200

Polling Locations                                                       702-455-8683

Clark County Flood Control                                  702-685-0000

Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) 702-228-7433

County School District                                            702-799-5000

Social Security Administration:                            1-800-772-1213

Main Office: 1250 S. Buffalo #150

Suicide Prevention                                                     702-486-8225

Treasurer's Office                                                       702-486-6980

Voters Registration                                                     702-455-8683

 

Newspapers

Review Journal                                                            702-383-0400

Las Vegas Sun                                                             702-383-0400

U S Postal Service:

Postal Answer Line                                                     1-800-275-8777

Las Vegas Main Branch: 1001 E Sunset Road   702-351-9200