Carson City, Nevada Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 4th-largest in Nevada
The population of Carson City, Nevada is 58,364 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 4th-largest county 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 of Carson City has grown 5.8% since 2010 (54,983 → 58,148), a +0.40% annualized rate.
58,364
Population
+0.40%
Annual growth
404
People / sq mi
$71,809
Median Income
$426,700
Median Home Value
Carson City covers 145 sq mi of land at 403.8 people per square mile.
About Carson City, NV
Carson City is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 54.6% of the population. With 58,364 residents, Carson City is a county in Nevada. That makes it one of the ten largest counties in Nevada in the country, at #4 by population.
The typical household earns $71,809 a year, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 8.2%, below the national 12.4%. Housing is expensive: the median home is worth $426,700, with typical rent around $1,172.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US counties: 24.5% of adults hold a four-year degree, 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.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Carson City, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Carson City Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Carson City had a population of 54,983 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)
54,983
Population (2010)
58,770
Peak (2021)
0.41%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 54,983 |
| 2011 | 54,687 |
| 2012 | 54,330 |
| 2013 | 53,746 |
| 2014 | 54,112 |
| 2015 | 54,152 |
| 2016 | 54,323 |
| 2017 | 54,684 |
| 2018 | 55,287 |
| 2019 | 55,894 |
| 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% |
Age & Sex
42.1
Median Age
48.1%
Female
51.9%
Male
20.7%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 16.5% · Seniors (65+): 20.7%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $71,809$-3,752 vs state |
| Mean household income | $93,302 |
| Per-capita income | $38,222 |
| Poverty rate | 8.2%-0.8% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.4% |
| Employment-to-population | 56.6% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Carson City is professional & business services, accounting for 19.3% of workers.
How residents commute
1.5%
Drive alone
1.8%
Carpool
72.9%
Public transit
8.5%
Work from home
21.3 min
Avg commute
Housing
$426,700+$20,600 vs state
Median home value
$1,172
Median rent
63.2%
Homeownership rate
24,902
Total housing units
95.0%
Occupied
5.0%
Vacant
36.8%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
89.2%
With health insurance
94.1%
With broadband internet
54.6%
Foreign-born
9.2%
Veterans (18+)
16.2%
With a disability
78.6%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
89.1%
High School+
24.5%
Bachelor's+
Largest cities in Nevada
Other counties in Nevada
Part of Nevada
Metro areas in Nevada
County rankings
Frequently Asked Questions
Carson City, Nevada has a population of 58,364 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 4th-largest county in Nevada. Population density is 404 people per square mile.
The population of Carson City has grown 5.8% since 2010 (54,983 → 58,148), a +0.40% annualized rate.
The median household income in Carson City, Nevada is $71,809, with mean (average) household income of $93,302 and per-capita income of $38,222. 8.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Carson City, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (72.0%), Hispanic or Latino (4.2%), Black or African American (2.0%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Carson City, Nevada is 42.1 years. Residents are 48.1% female and 51.9% male.
The median home value in Carson City is $426,700 and median monthly rent is $1,172. 63.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 24,902 total housing units, 5.0% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Carson City, Nevada is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 19.3% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.4%.
Las Vegas is among the largest cities associated with Carson City, Nevada, with a population of 650,873.
More from Nevada
Population 2,293,764
Population 491,770
Population 60,630
Population 53,852
Full rankings of Nevada counties
Statewide data for Nevada
Population, race, income, age, and trends across Nevada
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.