Nye County
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Local offices in Nye County
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Human services · County office
Nye County Health and Human Services
250 N. Highway 160, Suite 1, Pahrump, NV 89060
Help here
- County assistance and referralsGet help with county assistance programs and referrals for needs such as medical care, utilities, and housing.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nyecountynv.gov
Public health · County office
Nye County WIC Program
250 N. Highway 160, Suite 4, Pahrump, NV 89060
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportWIC offers eligible pregnant or new mothers, infants, and young children healthy foods, nutrition education, and referrals.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nyecountynv.gov
Emergency help · County office
Nye County Department of Emergency Management
1510 Siri Lane, Pahrump, NV 89060
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and responseGet information about preparing for emergencies and how the county plans for disaster response and recovery.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nyecountynv.gov
Veterans · State office
Nevada Department of Veterans Services, Pahrump office
1981 E. Calvada Boulevard, Suite 110, Pahrump, NV 89048
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help completing paperwork to apply for veterans benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nyecountynv.gov
Child support · State office
Nevada Division of Welfare and Supportive Services, Nye County Child Support
101 Radar Road, Tonopah, NV 89049
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help with child support matters for Nye County residents.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dwss.nv.gov
State office · State office
Nevada DMV Pahrump Office
1780 E. Basin Ave., Suite 1, Pahrump, NV 89060
Help here
- Driver and vehicle servicesVisit for Nevada driver licensing and vehicle registration services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.nv.gov
State office · State office
Nevada DMV Tonopah Office
1137 S. Main St., Suite C-8, Tonopah, NV 89049
Help here
- Driver and vehicle servicesVisit for Nevada driver licensing and vehicle registration services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.nv.gov
Jobs and training · Nonprofit
NyE Communities Coalition EmployNV Career Hub
1020 E. Wilson Road, Pahrump, NV 89048
Help here
- Job search and career supportUse the career hub’s resource room for local job listings, classes, and help with resumes and job search skills.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nyecc.org
Community action · Nonprofit
Rural Nevada Development Corporation
1320 E. Aultman Street, Ely, NV 89301
Help here
- Community and housing assistanceContact the agency serving Nye County for information about its housing and community assistance programs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on housing.nv.gov
Housing authority · Regional office
Nevada Rural Housing
3695 Desatoya Drive, Carson City, NV 89701
Help here
- Housing Choice VoucherApply for rental assistance if you meet the program requirements.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nvrural.org
Local office · State office
Nevada 211
Help here
- Help finding local servicesCall or search online to find local help with food, housing, health care, jobs, and other needs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nevada211.org
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nevada programs by kind of help
These are run by Nevada and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- Nevada 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988