Carson, Nevada Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Carson, Nevada is 58,364 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 10th-largest city in Nevada. The median household income is $71,809, the median home value is $426,700, and the median age is 42.1.
The population has grown 5.8% since 2010 (54,981 → 58,148).
58,364
Population
404
People / sq mi
$71,809
Median Income
$426,700
Median Home Value
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Carson covers 144.5 sq mi of land at 404 people per square mile.
About Carson, NV
Carson stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 404 people per square mile. Carson is a city in Nevada with a population of 58,364. It is the #10-largest of all cities in Nevada nationally.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $71,809 — below the US median of $78,538. About 8.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $426,700, with typical rent around $1,172.
College attainment is 24.5%, below the national 35.0%. Around 8.5% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
Carson City Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Carson City had a population of 54,981 in 2010 and 58,148 in 2024, a 5.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 58,770 in 2021. Average annual growth rate: 0.41%.
58,148
Population (2024)
54,981
Population (2010)
58,770
Peak (2021)
0.41%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 54,981 |
| 2011 | 54,676 |
| 2012 | 54,312 |
| 2013 | 53,726 |
| 2014 | 54,082 |
| 2015 | 54,068 |
| 2016 | 54,147 |
| 2017 | 54,532 |
| 2018 | 55,202 |
| 2019 | 55,916 |
| 2020 | 58,682 |
| 2021 | 58,770 |
| 2022 | 58,094 |
| 2023 | 58,226 |
| 2024 | 58,148 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 72.0% |
| Black or African American | 2.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$71,809
Median Household Income
$38,222
Per Capita Income
8.2%
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$426,700
Median Home Value
$1,172
Median Rent
63.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
89.1%
High School+
24.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.5%
Drive Alone
72.9%
Public Transit
8.5%
Work From Home
21.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
54.6%
Foreign Born
78.6%
Non-English at Home
9.2%
Veterans
16.2%
With Disability
89.2%
Health Insurance
94.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 12.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.2% |
| Public Administration | 11.5% |
| Manufacturing | 10.3% |
| Construction | 8.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.2% |
| Information | 3.8% |
| Retail Trade | 3.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Carson, Nevada has a population of 58,364 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 10th-largest city in Nevada.
The median household income in Carson, Nevada is $71,809, with 8.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Carson, Nevada is $426,700, with median monthly rent at $1,172 and a homeownership rate of 63.2%.
The median age in Carson, Nevada is 42.1 years. The population is 51.9% male and 48.1% female.
The population has grown 5.8% since 2010 (54,981 → 58,148).
Carson City, NV Climate
Carson City, NV has an average annual temperature of 10°C (50°F) and receives about 235 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10°C
Avg Temp
235
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0° / 32° | 36 mm |
| February | 3° / 37° | 31 mm |
| March | 5° / 41° | 23 mm |
| April | 8° / 47° | 11 mm |
| May | 13° / 55° | 16 mm |
| June | 17° / 63° | 14 mm |
| July | 21° / 70° | 8 mm |
| August | 21° / 69° | 11 mm |
| September | 17° / 62° | 12 mm |
| October | 11° / 51° | 15 mm |
| November | 4° / 40° | 29 mm |
| December | 0° / 33° | 29 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Carson City, NV
The most comfortable months to visit Carson City, NV are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near -6°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.