Carson City, Nevada Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Carson City, Nevada Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Carson City, Nevada has a total population of 58,364, the 10th largest city in Nevada, with a median household income of $71,809, which is 5% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.1%.

Carson City Quick Facts

Population 58,364

Median Household Income $71,809

Median Home Value $426,700

Poverty Rate 11.1%

Unemployment Rate 4.1%

Median Age 42.1 years

Homeownership Rate 63.2%

Affordability Ratio 5.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 24.5%

High School Graduation Rate 89.1%

Diversity Index 53/100

Population 58,364 10th of 125

Median Income $71,809 average

Poverty Rate 11.1% 11% lower national

Median Home Value $426,700 above average

How Carson City Compares

Median Household Income

Carson City

$71,809

$75,561

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Carson City

$426,700

$406,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.6%

$25K-$50K 18.5%

$50K-$100K 35.2%

$100K+ 31.7%

Employment

4.1% Unemployment Rate State: 6.8% | National: 5.2%

59.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 63.2%

Renter 36.8%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.2%

18-34

20.8%

35-54

24.0%

55-74

26.8%

75+

8.3%

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+)

Carson City Rankings in Nevada

#10 Population of 125

#59 Median Income of 125

#45 Education of 125

#34 Home Value of 125

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Cities Similar to Carson City

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Whitney CDP	46,268	$63,480	$299,700	18.0%	16.2%
Pahrump CDP	45,811	$58,560	$283,400	12.5%	14.9%
Winchester CDP	37,774	$49,190	$287,100	18.2%	23.9%
Sparks city	109,106	$86,979	$455,900	26.3%	9.0%
Summerlin South CDP	30,075	$113,301	$641,600	49.8%	5.9%

Population Overview

Carson City is a mid-sized community located in Nevada, within Carson City. The total population is 58,364. It ranks as the 10th most populous out of 125 cities and towns in Nevada.

Age Demographics

The median age in Carson City is 42.1 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Carson City is $71,809. This is 5% lower than the state median of $75,561. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 9% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.1%. This is 12% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.1%. This is 39% lower than the state rate of 6.8%. The median home value is $426,700. Housing costs are 5% higher than the state median of $406,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.9x. 63.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 59.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Carson City is White (non-Hispanic), making up 63.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 25.9%. The Black or African American population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 9.0%. The Asian population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 8.5%.

Education

24.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 10% 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 89.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Carson 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 Carson City, Nevada?

Carson City, Nevada has a population of 58,364 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Carson City is $71,809, which is 9% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Carson City, NV?

The poverty rate in Carson City is 11.1%. This means approximately 6,183 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Carson City, Nevada?

Carson City's population is 63.2% White, 1.9% Black, 25.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.6% Asian.

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

The median home value in Carson City is $426,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.9x.

How educated is Carson City, Nevada?

24.5% of adults (25+) in Carson City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.