Douglas County, Nevada Demographics 2026
Douglas County, Nevada has a population of 49,623, the 7th most populous county in Nevada. The median household income is $90,754 and the median home value is $615,400. The poverty rate is 9.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Douglas County Quick Facts
How Douglas County 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 | 49,624 | 49,623 | -0.0% |
| Median household income | $88,018 | $90,754 | +3.1% |
| Median home value | $587,400 | $615,400 | +4.8% |
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+)
Cities & Places in Douglas County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gardnerville Ranchos | 12,114 | $87,785 | 9.5% | $486,000 |
| Johnson Lane | 6,467 | $121,458 | 3.3% | $764,100 |
| Indian Hills | 5,527 | $78,278 | 9.7% | $483,800 |
| Gardnerville | 5,486 | $62,267 | 14.4% | $487,300 |
| Minden | 3,707 | $99,904 | 13.3% | $586,000 |
| Kingsbury | 2,209 | $96,250 | 1.1% | $1,077,200 |
| Ruhenstroth | 1,682 | $105,281 | 14.1% | $670,200 |
| Topaz Ranch Estates | 1,621 | $57,574 | 12.7% | $289,300 |
| Genoa | 1,284 | $121,981 | 7.4% | $1,003,200 |
| East Valley | 1,283 | $125,417 | 4.9% | $874,300 |
| Round Hill Village | 823 | $197,885 | 13.6% | $1,296,200 |
| Zephyr Cove | 562 | $139,048 | 0.0% | $1,750,000 |
| Fish Springs | 528 | $102,639 | 4.9% | $680,000 |
| Carter Springs | 526 | $91,667 | 4.8% | $384,600 |
| Stateline | 503 | $47,054 | 16.5% | N/A |
| Glenbrook | 378 | $250,000+ | 0.0% | $2,000,000+ |
| Topaz Lake | 318 | $75,000 | 24.2% | $552,600 |
| Skyland | 313 | $89,792 | 0.0% | $1,459,300 |
| Double Spring | 265 | $135,938 | 0.8% | $785,000 |
| Lakeridge | 204 | N/A | 0.0% | $2,000,000+ |
| Logan Creek | 61 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
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Population Overview
Douglas County is located in Nevada with a total population of 49,623. It is the 7th most populous county out of 17 in Nevada. The county encompasses 21 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Douglas County is 55.0 years. This is 41% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. Only 14.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 13.3% 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 Douglas County is $90,754. This is 16% higher than the state median of $78,260. It is also 12% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.0%. This is 27% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.4%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 57% lower than the state rate of 7.0%. The median home value is $615,400. Housing costs are 41% higher than the state median of $435,400. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.8x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 78.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 60.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Douglas County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 13.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (77.2% vs 44.8%). The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 9.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (13.0%) is well below the state average of 29.6%. The Asian population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 8.8%.
Education
31.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 13% 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 94.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Douglas County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Nevada and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Douglas County, Nevada?
Douglas County has a population of 49,623, making it the 7th most populous county in Nevada.
What is the median income in Douglas County?
The median household income in Douglas County is $90,754 with a poverty rate of 9.0%.
How many cities are in Douglas County, Nevada?
Douglas County contains 21 Census-designated places.