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Boulder City, Nevada Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Boulder City, Nevada had a total population of 14,919, the 21st largest city in Nevada, with a median household income of $74,757, which is 4% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.4%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Boulder City Quick Facts

Population 14,919
Median Household Income $74,757
Median Home Value $435,600
Poverty Rate 11.4%
Unemployment Rate 7.6%
Median Age 53.5 years
Homeownership Rate 77.8%
Affordability Ratio 5.8x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 31.1%
High School Graduation Rate 96.9%
Diversity Index 28/100
Population 14,919 21st of 123
Median Income $74,757 average
Poverty Rate 11.4% 8% lower than national
Median Home Value $435,600 above average

How Boulder City Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population14,88814,919+0.2%
Median household income$69,145$74,757+8.1%
Median home value$424,200$435,600+2.7%

How Boulder City Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 15.8%
$25K-$50K 21.3%
$50K-$100K 25.2%
$100K+ 37.7%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
5.4%
$10K-$15K
1.9%
$15K-$20K
1.7%
$20K-$25K
6.8%
$25K-$30K
5.1%
$30K-$35K
4.3%
$35K-$40K
3.5%
$40K-$45K
3.5%
$45K-$50K
4.9%
$50K-$60K
5.1%
$60K-$75K
8.0%
$75K-$100K
12.2%
$100K-$125K
9.8%
$125K-$150K
5.2%
$150K-$200K
9.8%
$200K+
13.0%

Employment

7.6% Unemployment Rate State: 7.0%|National: 5.2%
51.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 77.8%
Renter 22.2%
Affordability Index Expensive
5.8x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,427/mo 22.9% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

28out of 100
Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 69 | National average: 61

Education

Boulder City Rankings in Nevada

#21 Population of 123
#55 Median Income of 102
#31 Education of 123
#34 Home Value of 98

Other Cities in Clark County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Las Vegas 660,400 $73,877 14.0% $427,900
Henderson 332,141 $90,138 9.0% $484,900
North Las Vegas 278,595 $79,542 12.1% $404,400
Enterprise 240,464 $98,462 8.6% $475,500
Spring Valley 219,187 $74,511 12.2% $433,800
Sunrise Manor 200,218 $58,421 20.2% $320,000
Paradise 185,913 $59,190 17.6% $384,200
Whitney 47,221 $67,155 14.6% $329,000
Winchester 37,081 $50,120 23.8% $302,800
Summerlin South 31,354 $117,035 4.8% $672,400

Cities Similar to Boulder City

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Spring Creek14,739$105,154$360,60022.3%7.3%
Dayton15,781$102,819$433,20020.1%5.2%
Gardnerville Ranchos12,114$87,785$486,00023.5%9.5%
Elko20,696$79,036$309,10017.2%13.8%
Cold Springs11,321$93,732$433,30018.2%3.9%

Population Overview

Boulder City is a small city located in Nevada, within Clark County. The total population is 14,919. It ranks as the 21st most populous out of 123 Census-designated places in Nevada.

Age Demographics

The median age in Boulder City is 53.5 years. This is 37% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. 14.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Boulder City is $74,757. This is 4% lower than the state median of $78,260. It is also 7% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.4%. This is 8% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.4%. The unemployment rate is 7.6%. This is 9% higher than the state rate of 7.0%. The median home value is $435,600. Housing costs are about the same as the state median of $435,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.8x. 77.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 60.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Boulder City is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (84.6% vs 44.8%). The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 9.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (7.1%) is well below the state average of 29.6%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 8.8%.

Education

31.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 12% higher than the state rate of 27.9%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 96.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Boulder City, 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 Boulder City, Nevada?

Boulder City, Nevada has a population of 14,919 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Boulder City, NV?

The median household income in Boulder City is $74,757, which is 7% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Boulder City, NV?

The poverty rate in Boulder City is 11.4%. This means approximately 1,669 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Boulder City, Nevada?

Boulder City's population is 84.6% White, 0.8% Black, 7.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.

What is the median home value in Boulder City, NV?

The median home value in Boulder City is $435,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.8x.

How educated is Boulder City, Nevada?

31.1% of adults (25+) in Boulder City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.