Shanty Town, Nevada
Shanty Town: Situated in Elko County at an elevation of 6,030 feet, this small settlement lies at the eastern base of the Ruby Mountains directly adjacent to the Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
About
Shanty Town is a city located in the county of Elko in the U.S. state of Nevada.
Quick Facts about Shanty Town
| State | Nevada (United States) |
| County | Elko County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.1619,-115.5028 |
| Time Zone | America/Los_Angeles |
| Local time | 05:52:10 (7th November 2026) |
| Weather | 30℉ Partly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Shanty Town is located at 40°9'43"N 115°30'10"W (40.1618700, -115.5028200).
Shanty Town map
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Weather
Partly cloudy, with a low around 30. East northeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastNearby Transit Stations (1)
Rail and bus stations connected to Shanty Town, NV. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELK | Elko | 12th and Silver Sts. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Shanty Town.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Creek Post Office | Spring Creek (NV) | 89815 |
Other cities in Elko County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Elko County , NV.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Elko | 20,531 | City in Elko County, Nevada, United States |
| Spring Creek | 12,361 | Census-designated place in Elko County, Nevada, United States |
| West Wendover | 4,268 | City in Elko County, Nevada, United States |
| Carlin | 2,281 | City in Elko County, Nevada, United States |
| Wells | 1,254 | City in Elko County, Nevada, United States |