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Storey County, Nevada Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 15th-largest in Nevada

The population of Storey County, Nevada is 4,139 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 15th-largest county in Nevada. The median household income is $96,000, the median home value is $393,100, and the median age is 56.8.

The population of Storey County has grown 2.9% since 2010 (3,997 → 4,112), a +0.20% annualized rate.

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

4,139

Population

+0.20%

Annual growth

16

People / sq mi

$96,000

Median Income

$393,100

Median Home Value

Storey County covers 264 sq mi of land at 15.7 people per square mile.

About Storey County, NV

Homeownership is the standout figure in Storey County: 97.4% of homes are owner-occupied, higher than the national rate. Storey County is a county in Nevada with a population of 4,139. It ranks #15 among counties in Nevada by population.

Households here are among the highest-earning of all US counties: median income is $96,000, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the lowest of comparable US counties, at 1.9% — below the national 12.4%. Housing is expensive: the median home is worth $393,100, with typical rent around $1,007.

College attainment is above the local norm at 31.6%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 13.0%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 36 minutes each way.

The ownership rate anchors the housing story in Storey County, and tends to move with the age structure and home-value figures above.

Storey County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Storey County had a population of 3,997 in 2010 and 4,112 in 2024, a 2.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 4,193 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.22%.

2019 · 4K20102024
Storey County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

4,112

Population (2024)

3,997

Population (2010)

4,193

Peak (2019)

0.22%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
20103,997
20113,905
20123,838
20133,795
20143,801
20153,881
20164,004
20174,001
20184,027
20194,193
20204,107
20214,143
20224,165
20234,171
20244,112

Race & Ethnicity

White87.7%
Black or African American1.9%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.0%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

56.8

Median Age

46.6%

Female

53.4%

Male

39.1%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
3.1%
5–9
3.6%
10–14
2.4%
15–19
6.4%
20–24
3.5%
25–34
12.1%
35–44
6.1%
45–54
9.5%
55–59
6.8%
60–64
7.3%
65–74
23.7%
75–84
12.9%
85+
2.5%

Children (under 15): 9.1% · Seniors (65+): 39.1%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$96,000+$20,439 vs state
Mean household income$110,274
Per-capita income$50,554
Poverty rate1.9%-7.1% vs state
Unemployment rate3.2%
Employment-to-population43.6%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
19.4%
Manufacturing
17.9%
Finance & real estate
12.2%
Education & health care
9.2%
Construction
7.7%
Public administration
7.6%
Retail trade
4.0%
Arts, entertainment & food
3.7%

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

How residents commute

0.2%

Drive alone

0.1%

Carpool

73.2%

Public transit

13.0%

Work from home

36.0 min

Avg commute

Housing

$393,100$-13,000 vs state

Median home value

$1,007

Median rent

97.4%

Homeownership rate

2,112

Total housing units

88.7%

Occupied

11.3%

Vacant

2.6%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

95.4%

With health insurance

99.5%

With broadband internet

71.6%

Foreign-born

13.9%

Veterans (18+)

20.8%

With a disability

93.8%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

89.9%

High School+

31.6%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Storey County, Nevada has a population of 4,139 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 15th-largest county in Nevada. Population density is 16 people per square mile.

The population of Storey County has grown 2.9% since 2010 (3,997 → 4,112), a +0.20% annualized rate.

The median household income in Storey County, Nevada is $96,000, with mean (average) household income of $110,274 and per-capita income of $50,554. 1.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Storey County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (87.7%), Black or African American (1.9%), Hispanic or Latino (1.0%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Storey County, Nevada is 56.8 years. Residents are 46.6% female and 53.4% male.

The median home value in Storey County is $393,100 and median monthly rent is $1,007. 97.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 2,112 total housing units, 11.3% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Storey County, Nevada is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 19.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.2%.

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


Storey County, NV Climate

Storey County, NV has an average annual temperature of 9.8°C (50°F) and receives about 242 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

9.8°C

Avg Temp

242

Precip (mm/yr)

Aug

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

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Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Storey County, NV — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January0° / 32°33 mm
February2° / 35°31 mm
March4° / 40°23 mm
April7° / 45°12 mm
May12° / 53°20 mm
June16° / 62°17 mm
July21° / 70°9 mm
August22° / 71°12 mm
September17° / 62°13 mm
October11° / 52°14 mm
November5° / 40°28 mm
December1° / 33°30 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 Storey County, NV

The most comfortable months to visit Storey County, NV are typically July, August and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near -6°C low). January is usually the wettest month.

JulyAugustSeptember

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

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