Nevada Population & Demographics
Nevada has a population of 3,141,000, ranking #32 among US states. The median household income is $75,561 and the median age is 38.9.
US states by population — Nevada is #32
3,141,000
Population
#32
By Population
$75,561
Median Income
38.9
Median Age
Age Distribution
Male: 50.4% · Female: 49.6%
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 53.2% |
| Black or African American | 9.4% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| American Indian & Alaska Native | 1.3% |
| Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander | 0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.9% |
Economy & Income
$75,561
Median Household Income
$39,963
Per Capita Income
9.0%
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Unemployment Rate
$102,911
Mean Household Income
58.3%
Employment Rate
Education
87.4%
High School Graduate+
27.4%
Bachelor's Degree+
Housing
$406,100
Median Home Value
$1,489
Median Rent
1,307,338
Total Housing Units
59.3%
Owner-Occupied
40.7%
Renter-Occupied
9.5%
Vacant
Commute
2.4%
Drive Alone
1.5%
Carpool
10.5%
Work From Home
24.8 min
Avg Commute
Largest Cities in Nevada
| # | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Las Vegas city | 650,873 | $70,723 | $395,300 |
| 2 | Henderson city | 324,523 | $88,654 | $465,000 |
| 3 | North Las Vegas city | 270,773 | $76,772 | $372,300 |
| 4 | Reno city | 268,959 | $78,448 | $498,600 |
| 5 | Enterprise Cdp | 232,043 | $93,980 | $449,300 |
| 6 | Spring Valley Cdp | 219,913 | $72,364 | $407,900 |
| 7 | Sunrise Manor Cdp | 199,099 | $55,034 | $290,900 |
| 8 | Paradise Cdp | 186,178 | $58,874 | $358,400 |
| 9 | Sparks city | 109,106 | $86,979 | $455,900 |
| 10 | Carson City | 58,364 | $71,809 | $426,700 |
| 11 | Whitney Cdp | 46,268 | $63,480 | $299,700 |
| 12 | Pahrump Cdp | 45,811 | $58,560 | $283,400 |
| 13 | Winchester Cdp | 37,774 | $49,190 | $287,100 |
| 14 | Summerlin South Cdp | 30,075 | $113,301 | $641,600 |
| 15 | Fernley city | 23,631 | $87,991 | $352,600 |
| 16 | Sun Valley Cdp | 22,697 | $76,108 | $321,000 |
| 17 | Mesquite city | 21,314 | $74,439 | $374,400 |
| 18 | Elko city | 20,624 | $75,630 | $285,400 |
| 19 | Spanish Springs Cdp | 17,512 | $121,250 | $600,000 |
| 20 | Dayton Cdp | 15,873 | $91,221 | $399,400 |
Counties in Nevada
| # | County | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clark County | 2,293,764 | $73,845 |
| 2 | Washoe County | 491,770 | $85,600 |
| 3 | Lyon County | 60,630 | $73,460 |
| 4 | Carson City | 58,364 | $71,809 |
| 5 | Elko County | 53,852 | $83,427 |
| 6 | Nye County | 53,207 | $55,975 |
| 7 | Douglas County | 49,624 | $88,018 |
| 8 | Churchill County | 25,614 | $73,268 |
| 9 | Humboldt County | 17,299 | $79,946 |
| 10 | White Pine County | 8,856 | $72,294 |
| 11 | Pershing County | 6,505 | $72,007 |
| 12 | Lander County | 5,745 | $84,474 |
| 13 | Mineral County | 4,557 | $50,584 |
| 14 | Lincoln County | 4,452 | $69,496 |
| 15 | Storey County | 4,139 | $96,000 |
| 16 | Eureka County | 1,660 | $73,095 |
| 17 | Esmeralda County | 962 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Nevada has a population of 3,141,000 according to the Census ACS 2023 5-Year estimates, making it the #32 most populated state.
The median household income in Nevada is $75,561, with a per capita income of $39,963. 9.0% of the population lives below the poverty level.
Nevada is 53.2% White, 9.4% Black, 0.1% Asian, and 2.9% Hispanic/Latino.
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates. The ACS surveys approximately 3.5 million households annually. Percentages may not total 100% due to rounding.