How to Live in Hawthorne, Nevada
Located close to one of the world's largest ammunition storage facilities --- the Hawthorne Army Depot --- Hawthorne, Nevada is known for its patriotic nature. "America's patriotic home," as it is sometimes called, Hawthorne enjoys mild temperatures and sunshine almost every day of the year. Located in Mineral County on the western side of Nevada, it is home to the Mineral County Museum and El Capitan Resort Casino. For those who enjoy the outdoors, the Walker Lake State Recreation Area is a quick ride from town. Find a small town living experience in Hawthorne, Nevada.
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Find a job in Hawthorne. Contact the Hawthorne Army Depot online, in person or by phone and ask about potential job opportunities. Many residents of Hawthorne work at the depot. Check online job search engines, such as SimplyHired.com or TopUSAJobs.com for other job listings in Hawthorne.
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Look for a home or apartment to rent or purchase. Look for listings in the local paper or contact a real estate company. Check online at rental sites, such as RentLizard.com for apartment listings in the town if you do not wish to purchase a home.
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Decide where you want to live in Hawthorne. Choose to be downtown, close to the Hawthorne Industrial Airport and to the three main public schools (elementary, middle and high), or in the more removed neighborhoods of Fletcher/Babbitt. Look on NeighborhoodScout.com for more information about public schools in Hawthorne.
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Hire a moving company, rent a moving truck or ship your belongings to your new home in Hawthorne. Check online or in your local phone book for moving companies or moving truck rentals. You can pack all of your belongings yourself or hire a moving company to do it for you.
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Visit the Mineral Country clerk to register to vote in Hawthorne -- 105 South A Street, Suite 1.
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Get involved in the community with local religious or volunteer organizations. Visit VolunteerMatch.org to find information on volunteer programs, such as Watch the Wild, in Hawthorne. Check online or in your phone book for a list of local religious institutions in the area, such as Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church on A Street.
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Tips & Warnings
Visit Hawthorne, Nevada before moving there to ensure that it is where you would like to live.
Fletcher/Babbitt is the more removed neighborhood in Hawthorne consisting of apartments, mobile homes and single-family houses. Residents average about a 15 minute commute to work.
Visit the museums, local restaurants and the Hawthorne Army Depot to familiarize yourself with the town.
Strike up a conversation with a sales clerk or restaurant employee and ask about living in Hawthorne to get a better idea about the town.
Get to know your future neighbors to make the transition easier and more fluid.
Only hire licensed, professional and trained movers to handle your move.
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