As far as Air Force bases go, Nellis is the bee's knees. It really is a city within a city. Their commissary and BX are a nice size, they've got some fast food options, an elementary school, multiple resources, and an expansive on-base housing set up complete with parks and such. As it grew, they built up more housing and a hospital on the other side, with a community center that holds meetings for the base family Girl Scout troop, among other things. Very cool.
A great sense of community here on this very large base!!