Alamo, Nevada Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Alamo, Nevada had a total population of 736, the 71st largest community in Nevada, with a median household income of $70,136, which is 10% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Alamo Quick Facts
How Alamo Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 822 | 736 | -10.5% |
| Median household income | $68,967 | $70,136 | +1.7% |
| Median home value | $189,000 | $197,100 | +4.3% |
How Alamo Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 69 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Alamo Rankings in Nevada
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Other Cities in Lincoln County
Cities Similar to Alamo
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wadsworth | 705 | $63,056 | $86,400 | 8.2% | 21.8% |
| Crescent Valley | 690 | $75,500 | $54,300 | 11.1% | 10.3% |
| Owyhee | 647 | $54,000 | $119,300 | 18.7% | 31.5% |
| Schurz | 821 | $45,104 | $94,400 | 14.0% | 23.6% |
| Moapa Town | 958 | $80,625 | $335,000 | 10.3% | 16.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 736, Alamo's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Alamo is a small community located in Nevada, within Lincoln County. The total population is 736. It ranks as the 71st most populous out of 123 Census-designated places in Nevada.
Age Demographics
The median age in Alamo is 29.4 years. This is 25% lower than the state median of 39.1 years. With 32.9% of the population under 18, Alamo has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Alamo is $70,136. This is 10% lower than the state median of $78,260. It is also 13% lower than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Alamo. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in Alamo, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $197,100. Housing costs are 55% lower than the state median of $435,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Alamo is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 60.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Alamo is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 25.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (74.5% vs 44.8%).
Education
11.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 58% lower than the state rate of 27.9%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Alamo, Nevada is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Nevada state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 123 Census-designated places in Nevada. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Alamo, Nevada?
Alamo, Nevada has a population of 736 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Alamo, NV?
The median household income in Alamo is $70,136, which is 13% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Alamo, NV?
The ACS sample for Alamo recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Alamo, Nevada?
Alamo's population is 74.5% White, 0.0% Black, 25.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Alamo, NV?
The median home value in Alamo is $197,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is Alamo, Nevada?
11.8% of adults (25+) in Alamo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.