Whitney
Whitney is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) located in southeastern Clark County, Nevada, near the eastern edge of the Las Vegas Valley. As of the 2020 Census, the population of Whitney was just over 41,000.[1]
Whitney is primarily a residential suburb with a mix of older neighborhoods and newer development. It sits between Las Vegas, Henderson, and Paradise, offering close access to the city core, entertainment, and retail centers. Originally known as East Las Vegas, the community was renamed in the 1950s in honor of a local family.[2]
Quick Facts
- **Established:** 1940s (as East Las Vegas); renamed Whitney in 1958
- **County:** Clark County
- **Population:** ~41,000
- **ZIP Codes:** Primarily 89122
- **Adjacent to:** Paradise, Sunrise Manor, Henderson
- **Government:** Clark County Commission
Community Features
Whitney includes:
- Residential housing and neighborhood parks
- Sunrise Mountain views and access to desert trailheads
- Boulder Highway commercial corridor
- Access to public transit and schools
Local Economy
The economy is focused on:
- **Retail and service industries**
- **Commuter employment into Las Vegas and Henderson**
- **Local dining, medical, and small business sectors**
Education
Whitney is served by the Clark County School District and includes:
- Southeast Career Technical Academy (SECTA)
- Bailey Middle School
- Whitney and Josh Stevens Elementary Schools
- Several charter and private education options
Governance and Services
As an unincorporated CDP, Whitney is overseen by the Clark County Commission with input from a local town advisory board. County departments manage public safety, planning, parks, and utilities.
Related Pages
References
- ↑ U.S. Census Bureau. QuickFacts: Whitney CDP, Nevada. Retrieved May 8, 2025, from https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/whitneynevada
- ↑ Clark County Archives. Whitney Town History. Retrieved May 8, 2025, from https://www.clarkcountynv.gov