Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.71 |
| Below Poverty | 11.1% ▲ 11% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.0% ▼ 23% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 15% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,091 (3.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,588 (32.9%) |
| Some College | 5,590 (17.3%) |
| Associates | 5,305 (16.5%) |
| Bachelors | 3,812 (11.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,835 (18.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,942 ▲ 10% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $268,430 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,187/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 22,055 |
| Vacant Units | 2,429 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Elko County is located in Nevada and encompasses 16 ZIP codes spanning 14 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 53,878 residents. With a median age of 34.86, it is a relatively young county.
Elko County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $83,942 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 11.1% is above the national average.
Housing in Elko County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $268,430 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,186. Homeownership rates are high at 71.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Elko County are majority White (62.58%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Elko County, NV is a middle-income area in Nevada. The 16 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89822 | Carlin | 2,071 | $61,815 | $197,500 | $1,211 | 2.4% | 26.0% |
| 89823 | Deeth | 596 | $80,093 | $455,000 | — | 3.5% | 53.8% |
| 89801 | Elko | 26,070 | $83,777 | $278,700 | $1,185 | 4.8% | 28.4% |
| 89825 | Jackpot | 1,429 | $63,560 | — | $712 | 14.7% | 35.8% |
| 89832 | Owyhee | 1,006 | $54,063 | $81,400 | $529 | 1.9% | 22.2% |
| 89815 | Spring Creek | 15,707 | $103,691 | $310,100 | $1,393 | 3.2% | 34.2% |
| 89835 | Wells | 1,481 | $64,583 | $234,600 | $977 | 2.1% | 22.7% |
| 89883 | West Wendover | 4,649 | $47,394 | $126,500 | $845 | 2.6% | 20.3% |