Carlin city, Nevada Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Carlin city, Nevada Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Carlin city, Nevada has a total population of 2,164, the 44th largest city in Nevada, with a median household income of $62,232, which is 18% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.1%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.5%.

Carlin city Quick Facts

Population 2,164

Median Household Income $62,232

Median Home Value $195,000

Poverty Rate 6.1%

Unemployment Rate 2.5%

Median Age 37.0 years

Homeownership Rate 63.8%

Affordability Ratio 3.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 15.0%

High School Graduation Rate 90.2%

Diversity Index 54/100

Population 2,164 44th of 125

Median Income $62,232 below average

Poverty Rate 6.1% 51% lower national

Median Home Value $195,000 bottom 30%

How Carlin city Compares

Median Household Income

Carlin city

$62,232

$75,561

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Carlin city

$195,000

$406,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 7.5%

$25K-$50K 21.1%

$50K-$100K 42.8%

$100K+ 28.5%

Employment

2.5% Unemployment Rate State: 6.8% | National: 5.2%

63.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 63.8%

Renter 36.2%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

26.0%

18-34

21.6%

35-54

24.4%

55-74

24.1%

75+

3.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 68 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Carlin city Rankings in Nevada

#44 Population of 125

#71 Median Income of 125

#78 Education of 125

#75 Home Value of 125

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Cities Similar to Carlin city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Kingsbury CDP	2,165	$93,831	$796,100	54.0%	1.1%
Stagecoach CDP	1,933	$77,794	$289,800	10.7%	13.4%
Sandy Valley CDP	1,752	$54,556	$218,500	27.1%	5.4%
Topaz Ranch Estates CDP	1,646	$57,794	$262,600	11.0%	10.9%
Hawthorne CDP	2,876	$54,604	$187,100	12.3%	15.0%

Population Overview

Carlin city is a small community located in Nevada. The total population is 2,164. It ranks as the 44th most populous out of 125 cities and towns in Nevada.

Age Demographics

The median age in Carlin city is 37.0 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Carlin city is $62,232. This is 18% lower than the state median of $75,561. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 21% lower. The poverty rate stands at 6.1%. This is 52% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. This is 64% lower than the state rate of 6.8%. The median home value is $195,000. Housing costs are 52% lower than the state median of $406,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 63.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 59.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Carlin city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 62.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 23.9%. The Black or African American population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 9.0%. The Asian population (3.6%) is well below the state average of 8.5%.

Education

15.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 27.4%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Carlin city, Nevada is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Nevada state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 125 Census-designated places in Nevada. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Carlin city, Nevada?

Carlin city, Nevada has a population of 2,164 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Carlin city, NV?

The median household income in Carlin city is $62,232, which is 21% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Carlin city, NV?

The poverty rate in Carlin city is 6.1%. This means approximately 115 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Carlin city, Nevada?

Carlin city's population is 62.7% White, 1.2% Black, 23.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Carlin city, NV?

The median home value in Carlin city is $195,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Carlin city, Nevada?

15.0% of adults (25+) in Carlin city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.