Census ACS 2023 · 16 counties
Richest Counties in Nevada
Income varies significantly across Nevada's 16 counties. Storey County leads with a median household income of $96,000. County-level income data reveals economic disparities within the state that statewide averages can mask — affluent suburban counties often have incomes 2-3x higher than rural counties in the same state. These differences affect school funding, public services, and quality of life.
Source: Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
| # | County | Median Income | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | White Pine County | $72,294 | 8,856 |
| 2 | Washoe County | $85,600 | 491,770 |
| 3 | Storey County | $96,000 | 4,139 |
| 4 | Pershing County | $72,007 | 6,505 |
| 5 | Nye County | $55,975 | 53,207 |
| 6 | Mineral County | $50,584 | 4,557 |
| 7 | Lyon County | $73,460 | 60,630 |
| 8 | Lincoln County | $69,496 | 4,452 |
| 9 | Lander County | $84,474 | 5,745 |
| 10 | Humboldt County | $79,946 | 17,299 |
| 11 | Eureka County | $73,095 | 1,660 |
| 12 | Elko County | $83,427 | 53,852 |
| 13 | Douglas County | $88,018 | 49,624 |
| 14 | Clark County | $73,845 | 2,293,764 |
| 15 | Churchill County | $73,268 | 25,614 |
| 16 | Carson City | $71,809 | 58,364 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Storey County is the #1 ranked county in Nevada by median household income, with a value of $96,000 according to Census ACS 2023 data.
Nevada has 16 counties tracked in Census ACS 2023 data.
All data comes from the American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-Year estimates by the US Census Bureau.
Data from the American Community Survey 2023 5-Year estimates. Covers all counties in Nevada.