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Caliente, Nevada Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Caliente, Nevada had a total population of 1,146, the 60th largest city in Nevada. The poverty rate is 4.6%.

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

Key Takeaways

Caliente Quick Facts

Population 1,146
Median Household Income N/A
Median Home Value $189,800
Poverty Rate 4.6%
Unemployment Rate 0.0%
Median Age 38.0 years
Homeownership Rate 57.3%
Affordability Ratio N/A
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 21.9%
High School Graduation Rate 96.2%
Diversity Index 22/100
Population 1,146 60th of 123
Median Income N/A
Poverty Rate 4.6% 63% lower than national
Median Home Value $189,800 bottom 30%

How Caliente 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
Population6131,146+86.9%
Median home value$169,600$189,800+11.9%

How Caliente Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.1%
$25K-$50K 8.5%
$50K-$100K 25.2%
$100K+ 46.2%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
6.8%
$10K-$15K
0.0%
$15K-$20K
5.9%
$20K-$25K
7.3%
$25K-$30K
0.0%
$30K-$35K
0.0%
$35K-$40K
8.5%
$40K-$45K
0.0%
$45K-$50K
0.0%
$50K-$60K
25.2%
$60K-$75K
0.0%
$75K-$100K
0.0%
$100K-$125K
17.2%
$125K-$150K
11.3%
$150K-$200K
9.7%
$200K+
8.0%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 7.0%|National: 5.2%
46.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 57.3%
Renter 42.7%
Median gross rent $692/mo

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

22out of 100
Very Low Diversity

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

State average: 69 | National average: 61

Education

Caliente Rankings in Nevada

#60 Population of 123
N/A Median Income of 102
#54 Education of 123
#77 Home Value of 98

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Other Cities in Lincoln County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Pioche 1,031 $88,493 14.1% $203,800
Panaca 1,015 $64,083 1.4% $263,300
Alamo 736 $70,136 0.0% $197,100
Rachel 113 $43,667 25.7% N/A
Bennett Springs 101 N/A 0.0% $327,300
Hiko 23 N/A 0.0% N/A

Cities Similar to Caliente

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Golden Valley1,139$93,456$498,80029.0%10.2%
Grass Valley1,134$80,368N/A2.5%2.5%
Indian Springs1,180$87,083$348,80029.5%3.7%
McGill1,050$56,779$134,70013.2%5.0%
Mogul1,050$145,250$653,60046.0%2.3%

Population Overview

Caliente is a small community located in Nevada, within Lincoln County. The total population is 1,146. It ranks as the 60th most populous out of 123 Census-designated places in Nevada.

Age Demographics

The median age in Caliente is 38.0 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The poverty rate stands at 4.6%. This is 63% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.4%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Caliente, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $189,800. Housing costs are 56% lower than the state median of $435,400. 57.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% lower than the state average of 60.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

Caliente has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (88.0% vs 44.8%). The Black or African American population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 9.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 29.6%.

Education

21.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% lower 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 96.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Caliente, 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 Caliente, Nevada?

Caliente, Nevada has a population of 1,146 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Caliente, NV?

The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Caliente — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Caliente, NV?

The poverty rate in Caliente is 4.6%. This means approximately 50 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Caliente, Nevada?

Caliente's population is 88.0% White, 1.3% Black, 1.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Caliente, NV?

The median home value in Caliente is $189,800.

How educated is Caliente, Nevada?

21.9% of adults (25+) in Caliente hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.