Boulder City, Nevada Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Boulder City, Nevada is 14,888 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 22nd-largest city in Nevada. The median household income is $69,145, the median home value is $424,200, and the median age is 51.8.
The population has grown 0.1% since 2010 (15,009 → 15,029).
14,888
Population
70
People / sq mi
$69,145
Median Income
$424,200
Median Home Value
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Boulder City covers 212.3 sq mi of land at 70 people per square mile.
About Boulder City, NV
Boulder City stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 70 people per square mile. Boulder City is a city in Nevada with a population of 14,888. It ranks #22 among cities in Nevada by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $69,145 — below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 6.7%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $424,200, with typical rent around $1,375.
Roughly 30.3% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Around 11.6% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
Boulder City city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Boulder City city had a population of 15,009 in 2010 and 15,029 in 2024, a 0.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 16,207 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.04%.
15,029
Population (2024)
15,009
Population (2010)
16,207
Peak (2019)
0.04%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,009 |
| 2011 | 15,006 |
| 2012 | 15,124 |
| 2013 | 15,225 |
| 2014 | 15,369 |
| 2015 | 15,553 |
| 2016 | 15,729 |
| 2017 | 15,821 |
| 2018 | 15,960 |
| 2019 | 16,207 |
| 2020 | 14,900 |
| 2021 | 14,880 |
| 2022 | 14,869 |
| 2023 | 14,916 |
| 2024 | 15,029 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 86.6% |
| Black or African American | 1.6% |
| Asian | 0.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$69,145
Median Household Income
$45,491
Per Capita Income
6.7%
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$424,200
Median Home Value
$1,375
Median Rent
75.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.6%
High School+
30.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.6%
Drive Alone
78.1%
Public Transit
11.6%
Work From Home
23.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
69.2%
Foreign Born
94.6%
Non-English at Home
12.3%
Veterans
13.7%
With Disability
94.1%
Health Insurance
95.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 16.3% |
| Public Administration | 15.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.6% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 10.9% |
| Construction | 7.9% |
| Retail Trade | 6.1% |
| Information | 5.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.4% |
| Manufacturing | 3.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Boulder City, Nevada has a population of 14,888 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 22nd-largest city in Nevada.
The median household income in Boulder City, Nevada is $69,145, with 6.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Boulder City, Nevada is $424,200, with median monthly rent at $1,375 and a homeownership rate of 75.0%.
The median age in Boulder City, Nevada is 51.8 years. The population is 50.7% male and 49.3% female.
The population has grown 0.1% since 2010 (15,009 → 15,029).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.