Rank #33 by Population · Updated April 2026
Nevada Population 2026
The population of Nevada is 3,141,000 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 33rd-most populous state in the United States. The median household income is $75,561, the median home value is $406,100, and the median age is 38.9.
Nevada's population has grown 3890.8% since 1910 (81,875 → 3,267,467).
3,141,000
Population
29
People / sq mi
$75,561
Median Income
38.9
Median Age
Nevada covers 109,860 sq mi of land at a density of 28.6 people per square mile.
About Nevada
Nevada is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 51.8% of the population. With 3,141,000 residents, Nevada is a US state. It ranks #33 among US states by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $75,561 — near the US median of $78,538. About 9.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $406,100, with typical rent around $1,489.
College attainment is 27.4%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 10.5%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Nevada, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Nevada, #33 by population
Nevada Population History (1910-2024)
The state of Nevada had a population of 81,875 in 1910 and 3,267,467 in 2024, a 40× growth over 114 years. The peak was 3,267,467 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.79%.
3,267,467
Population (2024)
81,875
Population (1910)
3,267,467
Peak (2024)
2.79%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1910 | 81,875 |
| 1920 | 77,407 |
| 1930 | 91,058 |
| 1940 | 110,247 |
| 1950 | 160,083 |
| 1960 | 285,278 |
| 1970 | 488,738 |
| 1980 | 800,493 |
| 1990 | 1,201,833 |
| 2000 | 1,998,257 |
| 2010 | 2,700,551 |
| 2020 | 3,104,614 |
| 2020 | 3,116,967 |
| 2021 | 3,148,141 |
| 2022 | 3,176,116 |
| 2023 | 3,214,363 |
| 2024 | 3,267,467 |
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
Cost of Living
Nevada's overall price level is 100.0 on the BEA Regional Price Parity index (US average = 100), meaning prices are 0.0% lower the US average. Adjusting for cost of living, Nevada's median household income of $75,561 has the buying power of $75,577 in average-priced areas.
100.0
Price Level (US = 100)
$75,577
COL-Adjusted Median Income
$75,561
Nominal Median Income
Education
87.4%
High School Graduate+
27.4%
Bachelor's Degree+
Births & Fertility
33,193
Live Births (2022)
10.6
Birth Rate (per 1,000)
51.5%
Births to Married Mothers
Births by Mother's Age
Births by Mother's Race
| White | 70.0% |
| Black or African American | 14.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 39.2% |
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
Languages Spoken at Home
70.7% of Nevada residents age 5+ speak only English at home. The most common non-English languages spoken at home in Nevada:
| # | Language | Speakers | % of pop. 5+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spanish | 228,307 | 7.70% |
| 2 | Tagalog (incl. Filipino) | 26,869 | 0.91% |
| 3 | Chinese (incl. Mandarin, Cantonese) | 19,538 | 0.66% |
| 4 | Amharic, Somali, or other Afro-Asiatic | 6,240 | 0.21% |
| 5 | Korean | 6,186 | 0.21% |
| 6 | Vietnamese | 5,743 | 0.19% |
| 7 | Thai, Lao, or other Tai-Kadai | 3,391 | 0.11% |
| 8 | Persian (incl. Farsi, Dari) | 2,669 | 0.09% |
| 9 | Arabic | 2,569 | 0.09% |
| 10 | Japanese | 2,519 | 0.08% |
Commute
2.4%
Drive Alone
1.5%
Carpool
10.5%
Work From Home
24.8 min
Avg Commute
Largest Cities in Nevada
| # | City | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Las Vegas | 650,873 |
| 2 | Henderson | 324,523 |
| 3 | North Las Vegas | 270,773 |
| 4 | Reno | 268,959 |
| 5 | Enterprise | 232,043 |
| 6 | Spring Valley | 219,913 |
| 7 | Sunrise Manor | 199,099 |
| 8 | Paradise | 186,178 |
| 9 | Sparks | 109,106 |
| 10 | Carson | 58,364 |
| 11 | Whitney | 46,268 |
| 12 | Pahrump | 45,811 |
| 13 | Winchester | 37,774 |
| 14 | Summerlin South | 30,075 |
| 15 | Fernley | 23,631 |
| 16 | Sun Valley | 22,697 |
| 17 | Mesquite | 21,314 |
| 18 | Elko | 20,624 |
| 19 | Spanish Springs | 17,512 |
| 20 | Dayton | 15,873 |
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 | - |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Nevada has a population of 3,141,000 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 33rd-most populous state in the United States.
Nevada is gaining population, with a +3890.8% change over the available historical Census record. Nevada's population has grown 3890.8% since 1910 (81,875 → 3,267,467).
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 federal poverty level.
53.2% of Nevada's population identifies as White (Census ACS 2023). 9.4% is Black or African American, 0.1% is Asian, and 2.9% is Hispanic or Latino (any race, counted separately under Census methodology).
Nevada is 53.2% White, 9.4% Black or African American, 0.1% Asian, and 2.9% Hispanic or Latino (any race). Hispanic/Latino is counted as an ethnicity separate from race under Census methodology, so totals may exceed 100% in some breakdowns.
The median age in Nevada is 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% male and 49.6% female.
Nevada's population has grown 3890.8% since 1910 (81,875 → 3,267,467).
Across recent Census Population Estimates, West Virginia, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Illinois have shown the largest sustained population declines. Nevada's own trend is gaining. National state-by-state rankings are published annually by the Census Population Estimates Program.
Demographic data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates. Birth statistics from the CDC National Vital Statistics System via Data Commons. California does not report marital status on birth certificates. Percentages may not total 100% due to rounding.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.