Goldfield, Nevada Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Goldfield, Nevada had a total population of 376, the 84th largest community in Nevada, with a median household income of $78,580, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 5.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Goldfield Quick Facts
How Goldfield 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 | 231 | 376 | +62.8% |
| Median household income | $121,094 | $78,580 | -35.1% |
How Goldfield Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 69 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Goldfield Rankings in Nevada
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Other Cities in Esmeralda County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dyer | 277 | $68,281 | 0.0% | $107,600 |
| Silver Peak | 222 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Goldfield
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bunkerville | 370 | $78,237 | $332,300 | 12.2% | 0.0% |
| Beatty | 387 | N/A | $165,400 | 17.1% | 9.8% |
| Blue Diamond | 351 | $94,821 | $665,500 | 66.5% | 8.6% |
| Topaz Lake | 318 | $75,000 | $552,600 | 22.0% | 24.2% |
| Walker Lake | 376 | $50,455 | $207,100 | 4.1% | 24.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 376, Goldfield's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Goldfield is a small community located in Nevada, within Esmeralda County. The total population is 376. It ranks as the 84th most populous out of 123 Census-designated places in Nevada.
Age Demographics
The median age in Goldfield is 45.6 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Goldfield is $78,580. This is about the same as the state median of $78,260. It is also 3% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.9%. This is 52% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.4%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Goldfield, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 79.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% higher than the state average of 60.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Goldfield is Hispanic or Latino, making up 45.5% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 31.6%. The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 9.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (45.5% vs 29.6%). The Asian population (3.2%) is well below the state average of 8.8%.
Education
17.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% 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 91.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Goldfield, 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 Goldfield, Nevada?
Goldfield, Nevada has a population of 376 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Goldfield, NV?
The median household income in Goldfield is $78,580, which is 3% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Goldfield, NV?
The poverty rate in Goldfield is 5.9%. This means approximately 22 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Goldfield, Nevada?
Goldfield's population is 31.6% White, 0.8% Black, 45.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Goldfield, NV?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Goldfield — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Goldfield, Nevada?
17.7% of adults (25+) in Goldfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.