Nevada Economic Assessment Project (NEAP)

The Nevada Economic Assessment Project (NEAP) aims to develop and maintain an extensive data archive with timely, meaningful and consistent characteristics and a set of analytical tools used to provide Nevada's communities with research and analysis of emerging issues through outreach and engagement.

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Featured NEAP reports

To search all publications by NEAP, including county reports, visit our publication library.

Impacts of the Ruby Mountains
Impacts of North Bullfrog Mine Operations
Nevada Rural Housing Assessment
Nevada State Parks Visitor Use Survey
Public Health Services in Nevada
Impacts of Lithium Mining and Processing
Impacts of Outdoor Tourism
Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) in the West
Impacts of Big- and Upland-Game Hunting

The Economic Impacts of the Ruby Mountains on Elko County

The Ruby Mountains are an important part of Elko County, providing beautiful nature and outdoor recreation, habitats for countless species, incredible snowpacks, and watersheds that support recreation and agriculture throughout the County; the physical and fiscal impacts of the Ruby Mountain range run wide. This document delves into the impacts that the Ruby Mountains, and outdoor recreation and agriculture in general, have on Elko County’s economy.

Ruby Mountain Impacts

Social, Economic and Fiscal Impacts of North Bullfrog Mine Operations on Beatty, Nye County, and the State of Nevada

This report aims to meet the socioeconomic impact assessment criteria established by NEPA. Furthermore, the results will aid county, state and land management agencies, as well as industry stakeholders, in comprehending the social, economic and fiscal implications associated with the development and operation of the North Bullfrog Mine in Beatty, Nevada.

Bullfrog Mine Impacts

Nevada Rural Housing Assessment and Affordability Analysis, Housing Data Profile, and Infographics

These reports are designed to help local and state agencies gain a better understanding of our communities, particularly in relation to housing. Many of the counties in Nevada have small, rural populations and may lack substantial data-gathering and analysis teams. Providing thorough quantitative analysis for comprehensive planning strategies for the county and local communities can be difficult for these areas.

Rural Housing Reports

Nevada State Parks Visitor Use Survey Statewide Findings and Park-Specific Information

The visitor use survey is an effort to learn about the visitor experience at each Nevada State Park. The information provided by our visitors will help the Nevada Division of State Parks (NDSP) improve parks and inform development, conservation, and recreation planning in a manner that aligns with visitor preferences.

State Parks Publications

Foundational Public Health Services in Suburban, Rural and Frontier Nevada

The purpose of this report is to provide Nevada’s suburban, rural, and frontier county governments, community partners, and public health authorities with a baseline of public health services in their county and their regional counties utilizing a nationally recognized framework. The goal is to provide local infrastructure data that can be analyzed alongside local health indicators and community health needs assessments to support strategic decision-making for community health improvement.

Public Health Services

Estimated Economic and Fiscal Impacts From New Lithium Mining and Processing Operations in Humboldt County, Nevada

This report aims to estimate the economic, fiscal, and community impacts of the construction and operation of a new lithium mine and lithium processing plant in Humboldt County, Nevada.

Lithium Report

Mountain Biking and Other Outdoor Tourism Economic Assessment, Impact and Opportunities for Caliente and Lincoln County, Nevada

The purpose of this study is to assess the business opportunities and impact in Lincoln County from the development and operation of a new Mountain Biking trails originating from Caliente, Nevada.

Mountain Biking Analysis

State Comparison of Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT)

The vast quantities of public lands in the West and the management of these public lands greatly impacts county economies and local government fiscal balances. The PILT report explains this process.

PILT Reports

Hunter Expenditure and Hunting-Related Economic Activity in Nevada

These reports provide a comprehensive analysis of hunter expenditures at the state and county levels for big game and upland game hunting in Nevada, and explores opportunities to increase the share of total hunting-related expenditures captured by businesses
in rural Nevada.

Hunter Expenditure in Nevada

The value of NEAP

National recognition

We are proud to share that the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities has recognized our program as a national model for economic growth and community vitality. This honor highlights the strong partnership between Extension and our collaborators, including NACO, reflecting our shared success in strengthening communities and driving economic growth across Nevada.

See our APLU Recognition

Evaluation results

The purpose of the evaluation was to assess the effectiveness and value of the program from the perspective of the partners. The survey consisted of 16 questions designed to better understand partner contributions to the program, program outcomes, data use and access, perception of the program, and benefits from participation in the program. The evaluation covered the first three years of the program, from 2018 to 2022.

See our full program evaluation

Recent Reports, Fact Sheets, News Articles...

The Economic Impacts of the Ruby Mountains on Elko County

This document delves into the impacts that the Ruby Mountains, and outdoor recreation and agriculture in general, have on Elko County’s economy.

Humboldt County Cultural Overview

A quick look at Humboldt's demographics, history, geography, and culture.

Nevada Main Street Yerington Community Snapshot

This snapshot provides key data and insights to inform Yerington’s local planning while highlighting trends that matter to Nevada’s broader growth and policy decisions.

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NEAP's Partners

College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources and its Experiment Station | Bureau of Land Management Nevada | U.S. Forest Service | Nevada Association of Counties | U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development | University of Nevada, Reno Center for Economic Development