Eureka County, Nevada Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 16th-largest in Nevada
The population of Eureka County, Nevada is 1,660 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 16th-largest county in Nevada. The median household income is $73,095, the median home value is -, and the median age is 50.1.
The population of Eureka County has declined 5.7% since 2010 (1,990 → 1,877), a -0.42% annualized rate.
1,660
Population
-0.42%
Annual growth
0
People / sq mi
$73,095
Median Income
-
Median Home Value
Eureka County covers 4,176 sq mi of land at 0.4 people per square mile.
About Eureka County, NV
Eureka County stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US counties, at roughly 0 people per square mile. With 1,660 residents, Eureka County is a county in Nevada. It ranks #16 among counties in Nevada by population.
Households take in a median $73,095, comfortably below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 13.5%, above the national 12.4%.
Roughly 18.1% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 7.4%, and the average commute runs about 18 minutes each way.
Eureka County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Eureka County had a population of 1,990 in 2010 and 1,877 in 2024, a -5.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 2,078 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: -0.34%.
1,877
Population (2024)
1,990
Population (2010)
2,078
Peak (2019)
-0.34%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,990 |
| 2011 | 1,977 |
| 2012 | 1,991 |
| 2013 | 2,050 |
| 2014 | 1,994 |
| 2015 | 2,040 |
| 2016 | 1,943 |
| 2017 | 1,959 |
| 2018 | 2,019 |
| 2019 | 2,078 |
| 2020 | 1,853 |
| 2021 | 1,909 |
| 2022 | 1,862 |
| 2023 | 1,898 |
| 2024 | 1,877 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 84.7% |
| Black or African American | 0.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
50.1
Median Age
40.3%
Female
59.7%
Male
23.1%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 18.0% · Seniors (65+): 23.1%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $73,095$-2,466 vs state |
| Mean household income | $81,005 |
| Per-capita income | $32,518 |
| Poverty rate | 13.5%+4.5% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 41.5% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Eureka County is agriculture, accounting for 38.3% of workers.
How residents commute
6.7%
Drive alone
2.8%
Carpool
61.2%
Public transit
7.4%
Work from home
17.9 min
Avg commute
Housing
-
Median home value
$940
Median rent
85.4%
Homeownership rate
1,020
Total housing units
61.8%
Occupied
38.2%
Vacant
14.6%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
89.6%
With health insurance
95.7%
With broadband internet
64.6%
Foreign-born
5.9%
Veterans (18+)
20.6%
With a disability
98.3%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
95.5%
High School+
18.1%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Eureka County, Nevada has a population of 1,660 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 16th-largest county in Nevada. Population density is 0 people per square mile.
The population of Eureka County has declined 5.7% since 2010 (1,990 → 1,877), a -0.42% annualized rate.
The median household income in Eureka County, Nevada is $73,095, with mean (average) household income of $81,005 and per-capita income of $32,518. 13.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Eureka County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (84.7%), Hispanic or Latino (3.4%), Black or African American (0.1%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Eureka County, Nevada is 50.1 years. Residents are 40.3% female and 59.7% male.
The median home value in Eureka County is - and median monthly rent is $940. 85.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 1,020 total housing units, 38.2% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Eureka County, Nevada is agriculture, forestry, fishing, and mining, employing 38.3% of workers. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.
Las Vegas is among the largest cities associated with Eureka County, Nevada, with a population of 650,873.
Eureka County, NV Climate
Eureka County, NV has an average annual temperature of 7.9°C (46°F) and receives about 332 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
7.9°C
Avg Temp
332
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -2° / 28° | 30 mm |
| February | 0° / 32° | 25 mm |
| March | 3° / 37° | 32 mm |
| April | 6° / 42° | 34 mm |
| May | 10° / 51° | 41 mm |
| June | 15° / 60° | 28 mm |
| July | 20° / 68° | 16 mm |
| August | 19° / 67° | 20 mm |
| September | 15° / 58° | 21 mm |
| October | 9° / 48° | 24 mm |
| November | 2° / 36° | 30 mm |
| December | -2° / 29° | 31 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 Eureka County, NV
The most comfortable months to visit Eureka County, NV are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -8°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.