Sun Valley, Nevada Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Sun Valley, Nevada is 22,697 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 16th-largest city in Nevada. The median household income is $76,108, the median home value is $321,000, and the median age is 33.2.
22,697
Population
1557
People / sq mi
$76,108
Median Income
$321,000
Median Home Value
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Sun Valley covers 14.6 sq mi of land at 1557 people per square mile.
About Sun Valley, NV
Sun Valley is defined demographically by education — 9.5% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. Sun Valley is a city in Nevada with a population of 22,697. It ranks #16 among cities in Nevada by population.
The typical household here earns about $76,108, near the US median of $78,538. Roughly 12.9% of residents fall below the poverty line, close to the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $321,000, with typical rent around $1,161.
Sun Valley is among the least college-educated US cities, at 9.5% — below the national 35.0%. Remote work is rare here (3.2%, below the national 14.0%), and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 52.6% |
| Black or African American | 1.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$76,108
Median Household Income
$27,434
Per Capita Income
12.9%
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$321,000
Median Home Value
$1,161
Median Rent
72.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
66.9%
High School+
9.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.2%
Drive Alone
70.6%
Public Transit
3.2%
Work From Home
26.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
35.6%
Foreign Born
64.9%
Non-English at Home
5.0%
Veterans
13.8%
With Disability
83.6%
Health Insurance
94.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Construction | 15.7% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 14.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 13.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.7% |
| Retail Trade | 9.0% |
| Manufacturing | 7.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.9% |
| Information | 3.7% |
| Public Administration | 1.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sun Valley, Nevada has a population of 22,697 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 16th-largest city in Nevada.
The median household income in Sun Valley, Nevada is $76,108, with 12.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Sun Valley, Nevada is $321,000, with median monthly rent at $1,161 and a homeownership rate of 72.2%.
The median age in Sun Valley, Nevada is 33.2 years. The population is 51.1% male and 48.9% female.
Sun Valley Cdp, NV Climate
Sun Valley Cdp, NV has an average annual temperature of 9.7°C (49°F) and receives about 258 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.7°C
Avg Temp
258
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0° / 32° | 37 mm |
| February | 2° / 36° | 35 mm |
| March | 5° / 40° | 26 mm |
| April | 8° / 46° | 12 mm |
| May | 12° / 54° | 19 mm |
| June | 17° / 62° | 16 mm |
| July | 21° / 70° | 8 mm |
| August | 21° / 69° | 10 mm |
| September | 16° / 62° | 13 mm |
| October | 11° / 51° | 17 mm |
| November | 4° / 40° | 32 mm |
| December | 0° / 32° | 33 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 Sun Valley Cdp, NV
The most comfortable months to visit Sun Valley Cdp, 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 -7°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.