It is the only major western metro area wired with all-digital fiber optics by its telephone company. Las Vegas is expected to lead the nation through 2000 and 2001 for job growth. Clark county has become a key rail, truck and airplane shipping hub for the western region of the country, which helps to account for the growth of warehouse storage facilities in the state. Hi tech companies have been relocating here throughout the past decade, while UNLV and Southern Nevada Community College have continued to meet their needs by adding new cirriculum and new continuing education courses for their scientists.
Personal climate is ideal, also.
The Las Vegas lifestyle is very attractive, offering a rich cultural heritage and unlimited outdoor recreation. Las Vegas ranks ninth in the nation for personal income per capita. Clark County has also been named one of the top 35 communities in the United States for golfers who are looking for retirement communities and homes. This ranking was based on golf courses, cost of living, health care facilities, safety and climate. During the past ten years, several mega-resorts have opened, contributing millions of dollars to the local economy.