Fallon, Nevada Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fallon, Nevada had a total population of 9,463, the 25th largest city in Nevada, with a median household income of $73,389, which is 6% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Fallon Quick Facts
How Fallon 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 | 9,371 | 9,463 | +1.0% |
| Median household income | $65,699 | $73,389 | +11.7% |
| Median home value | $262,700 | $282,700 | +7.6% |
How Fallon Compares
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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 69 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Fallon Rankings in Nevada
Explore Nevada Rankings
Other Cities in Churchill County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fallon Station | 1,399 | $67,301 | 1.2% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Fallon
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winnemucca | 8,361 | $81,824 | $309,100 | 29.9% | 14.0% |
| Cold Springs | 11,321 | $93,732 | $433,300 | 18.2% | 3.9% |
| Laughlin | 8,789 | $45,685 | $283,700 | 17.5% | 22.1% |
| Gardnerville Ranchos | 12,114 | $87,785 | $486,000 | 23.5% | 9.5% |
| Incline Village | 9,272 | $167,069 | $1,454,600 | 65.6% | 6.0% |
Population Overview
Fallon is a small city located in Nevada, within Churchill County. The total population is 9,463. It ranks as the 25th most populous out of 123 Census-designated places in Nevada.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fallon is 35.5 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Fallon is $73,389. This is 6% lower than the state median of $78,260. It is also 9% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.5%. This is about the same as the state poverty rate of 12.4%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 50% lower than the state rate of 7.0%. The median home value is $282,700. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $435,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 50.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% lower than the state average of 60.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Fallon is White (non-Hispanic), making up 69.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 16.6%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (69.5% vs 44.8%). The Black or African American population (2.7%) is well below the state average of 9.0%. The Asian population (3.2%) is well below the state average of 8.8%.
Education
16.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% 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 92.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Fallon, 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.
Free data download: Get all Nevada city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Fallon, Nevada?
Fallon, Nevada has a population of 9,463 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fallon, NV?
The median household income in Fallon is $73,389, which is 9% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Fallon, NV?
The poverty rate in Fallon is 12.5%. This means approximately 1,146 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Fallon, Nevada?
Fallon's population is 69.5% White, 2.7% Black, 16.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Fallon, NV?
The median home value in Fallon is $282,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.
How educated is Fallon, Nevada?
16.9% of adults (25+) in Fallon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.