| ZIP Code | 89048 |
|---|---|
| City | Pahrump |
| State | Nevada (NV) |
| County | Nye County |
| Area Code | 775 |
| Elevation | 2,570 ft |
| Latitude | 36.163631 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -115.98748 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 32023 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.8 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 17.0% ▲ 70% above avg |
| College Grads | 23.8% ▼ 39% below avg |
| Unemployment | 10.4% ▲ 112% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 332 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,889 (33.9%) |
| Some College | 3,300 (19%) |
| Associates | 3,729 (21.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,834 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,308 (13.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,747 ▼ 27% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $292,400 ≈ Avg ↑ 68% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,162/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,571 |
| Vacant Units | 1,346 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,571 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,346 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
ZIP code 89048 is located in Pahrump, Nevada, within Nye County. With a population of 25,473, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50.8 years. Economically, 89048 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $55,747 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 89048 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $292,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,162 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 68% since 2019.
The population of 89048 is primarily White (70.69%). Residents are less-educated — 23.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.0%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 89048 stands at 10.4%, which is more than double the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 89048 in Pahrump, NV is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 25,473 residents, a median household income of $55,747, and a median home value of $292,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Nevada.