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Population Review

Churchill County, Nevada Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 8th-largest in Nevada

The population of Churchill County, Nevada is 25,614 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 8th-largest county in Nevada. The median household income is $73,268, the median home value is $298,000, and the median age is 39.8.

The population of Churchill County has grown 4.9% since 2010 (24,816 → 26,033), a +0.34% annualized rate.

Churchill County within Nevada · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

25,614

Population

+0.34%

Annual growth

5

People / sq mi

$73,268

Median Income

$298,000

Median Home Value

Churchill County covers 4,950 sq mi of land at 5.2 people per square mile.

About Churchill County, NV

Churchill County is a county in Nevada with a population of 25,614. It ranks #8 among counties in Nevada by population. The median age is 39.8, in line with the national median. The population is 51.8% male and 48.2% female.

The median household income in Churchill County is $73,268, near the US median of $74,580. 3.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $298,000, with monthly rent averaging $1,203. The homeownership rate of 68.1% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Churchill County reflects 18.6% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 5.1% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 24.0 minutes each way.

Churchill County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Churchill County had a population of 24,816 in 2010 and 26,033 in 2024, a 4.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 26,033 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.35%.

2024 · 26K20102024

26,033

Population (2024)

24,816

Population (2010)

26,033

Peak (2024)

0.35%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201024,816
201124,607
201224,267
201323,956
201423,864
201524,006
201623,957
201724,088
201824,574
201925,048
202025,577
202125,674
202225,828
202325,915
202426,033

Race & Ethnicity

White75.7%
Black or African American2.5%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)6.0%
Two or More Races0.2%

Age & Sex

39.8

Median Age

48.2%

Female

51.8%

Male

19.5%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
6.2%
5–9
6.0%
10–14
6.8%
15–19
5.9%
20–24
5.7%
25–34
13.6%
35–44
11.5%
45–54
11.4%
55–59
6.2%
60–64
7.0%
65–74
11.5%
75–84
5.9%
85+
2.1%

Children (under 15): 19.0% · Seniors (65+): 19.5%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$73,268$-2,293 vs state
Mean household income$91,460
Per-capita income$37,304
Poverty rate3.9%-5.1% vs state
Unemployment rate3.7%
Employment-to-population52.8%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
19.4%
Manufacturing
11.7%
Construction
10.2%
Education & health care
9.8%
Retail trade
7.9%
Public administration
7.7%
Finance & real estate
7.3%
Arts, entertainment & food
5.9%

The largest employment sector in Churchill County is professional & business services, accounting for 19.4% of workers.

How residents commute

2.4%

Drive alone

4.1%

Carpool

78.2%

Public transit

5.1%

Work from home

24.0 min

Avg commute

Housing

$298,000$-108,100 vs state

Median home value

$1,203

Median rent

68.1%

Homeownership rate

10,924

Total housing units

89.1%

Occupied

10.9%

Vacant

31.9%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

91.2%

With health insurance

94.6%

With broadband internet

59.8%

Foreign-born

15.3%

Veterans (18+)

21.3%

With a disability

90.8%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

92.0%

High School+

18.6%

Bachelor's+

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County rankings

Frequently Asked Questions

Churchill County, Nevada has a population of 25,614 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 8th-largest county in Nevada. Population density is 5 people per square mile.

The population of Churchill County has grown 4.9% since 2010 (24,816 → 26,033), a +0.34% annualized rate.

The median household income in Churchill County, Nevada is $73,268, with mean (average) household income of $91,460 and per-capita income of $37,304. 3.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Churchill County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (75.7%), Hispanic or Latino (6.0%), Black or African American (2.5%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Churchill County, Nevada is 39.8 years. Residents are 48.2% female and 51.8% male.

The median home value in Churchill County is $298,000 and median monthly rent is $1,203. 68.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 10,924 total housing units, 10.9% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Churchill County, Nevada is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 19.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.7%.

Las Vegas is among the largest cities associated with Churchill County, Nevada, with a population of 650,873.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.