Pahrump, Nevada Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Pahrump, Nevada is 45,811 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 12th-largest city in Nevada. The median household income is $58,560, the median home value is $283,400, and the median age is 53.4.
45,811
Population
139
People / sq mi
$58,560
Median Income
$283,400
Median Home Value
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Pahrump covers 328.8 sq mi of land at 139 people per square mile.
About Pahrump, NV
What distinguishes Pahrump is density: among the most sparsely settled of US cities, around 139 people per square mile. Pahrump is a city in Nevada with a population of 45,811. It ranks #12 among cities in Nevada by population.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $58,560, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 10.3%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $283,400, with typical rent around $1,152.
College credentials are comparatively rare here: just 12.5%, below the national 35.0%. Around 10.7% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 73.9% |
| Black or African American | 2.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.3% |
Economy & Income
$58,560
Median Household Income
$32,553
Per Capita Income
10.3%
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$283,400
Median Home Value
$1,152
Median Rent
77.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
86.0%
High School+
12.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.3%
Drive Alone
75.3%
Public Transit
10.7%
Work From Home
29.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
69.4%
Foreign Born
88.0%
Non-English at Home
16.7%
Veterans
25.9%
With Disability
90.6%
Health Insurance
92.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 17.9% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 13.8% |
| Construction | 9.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.2% |
| Retail Trade | 7.5% |
| Public Administration | 6.0% |
| Manufacturing | 5.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 5.1% |
| Information | 4.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Pahrump, Nevada has a population of 45,811 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 12th-largest city in Nevada.
The median household income in Pahrump, Nevada is $58,560, with 10.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Pahrump, Nevada is $283,400, with median monthly rent at $1,152 and a homeownership rate of 77.5%.
The median age in Pahrump, Nevada is 53.4 years. The population is 50.7% male and 49.3% female.
Pahrump Cdp, NV Climate
Pahrump Cdp, NV has an average annual temperature of 16.8°C (62°F) and receives about 129 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
16.8°C
Avg Temp
129
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 6° / 42° | 16 mm |
| February | 9° / 48° | 18 mm |
| March | 12° / 53° | 14 mm |
| April | 15° / 60° | 8 mm |
| May | 20° / 68° | 5 mm |
| June | 25° / 78° | 3 mm |
| July | 29° / 84° | 12 mm |
| August | 28° / 82° | 15 mm |
| September | 24° / 75° | 7 mm |
| October | 18° / 64° | 6 mm |
| November | 11° / 51° | 12 mm |
| December | 6° / 42° | 13 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 Pahrump Cdp, NV
The most comfortable months to visit Pahrump Cdp, NV are typically May, September and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 38°C high). The coldest is January (near -2°C low). February is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.