Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 15.6% ▲ 56% above avg |
| College Grads | 22.7% ▼ 42% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.6% ▲ 96% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 584 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 13,599 (36.3%) |
| Some College | 6,801 (18.2%) |
| Associates | 7,953 (21.3%) |
| Bachelors | 3,424 (9.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,056 (13.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,927 ▼ 25% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $262,589 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,143/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 25,253 |
| Vacant Units | 3,224 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Nye County is located in Nevada and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 53,302 residents. With a median age of 51.62, it is a mature county.
Nye County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $56,926 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 9.6%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 15.6% is above the national average.
Housing in Nye County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $262,589 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,142. Homeownership rates are high at 74.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Nye County are primarily White (70.05%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 22.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Nye County, NV is a solidly middle-class area in Nevada. The 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89020 | Amargosa Valley | 1,854 | $50,266 | $93,200 | $642 | 7.8% | 19.5% |
| 89048 | Pahrump | 25,473 | $55,747 | $292,400 | $1,162 | 10.4% | 23.8% |
| 89060 | Pahrump | 12,783 | $49,008 | $232,700 | $919 | 9.2% | 18.8% |
| 89061 | Pahrump | 7,835 | $69,609 | $328,400 | $1,710 | 11.9% | 26.0% |
| 89045 | Round Mountain | 1,851 | $110,651 | $104,800 | $1,013 | 11.6% | 27.0% |
| 89049 | Tonopah | 2,711 | $36,570 | $182,300 | $875 | 0.0% | 18.9% |