Dayton, Nevada Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Dayton, Nevada is 15,873 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 20th-largest city in Nevada. The median household income is $91,221, the median home value is $399,400, and the median age is 44.8.
15,873
Population
455
People / sq mi
$91,221
Median Income
$399,400
Median Home Value
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Dayton covers 34.9 sq mi of land at 455 people per square mile.
About Dayton, NV
Dayton stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 455 people per square mile. Dayton is a city in Nevada with a population of 15,873. It ranks #20 among cities in Nevada by population.
Median household income is $91,221, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the lowest of comparable US cities, at 2.0% — below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $399,400, with typical rent around $1,279.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 20.9% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 9.6%, and the average commute runs about 34 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 72.8% |
| Black or African American | 0.8% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$91,221
Median Household Income
$39,819
Per Capita Income
2.0%
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$399,400
Median Home Value
$1,279
Median Rent
80.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
87.8%
High School+
20.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
77.6%
Public Transit
9.6%
Work From Home
33.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
61.2%
Foreign Born
83.9%
Non-English at Home
13.5%
Veterans
15.9%
With Disability
93.3%
Health Insurance
96.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Manufacturing | 16.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 14.0% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 13.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.2% |
| Public Administration | 7.5% |
| Retail Trade | 6.0% |
| Construction | 5.2% |
| Information | 5.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dayton, Nevada has a population of 15,873 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 20th-largest city in Nevada.
The median household income in Dayton, Nevada is $91,221, with 2.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Dayton, Nevada is $399,400, with median monthly rent at $1,279 and a homeownership rate of 80.5%.
The median age in Dayton, Nevada is 44.8 years. The population is 52.9% male and 47.1% female.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.