Goodsprings, Nevada Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Goodsprings, Nevada had a total population of 311, the 90th largest community in Nevada, with a median household income of $25,615, which is 67% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 67% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 6.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 60.1% is notably above the national average.
Goodsprings Quick Facts
How Goodsprings 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 | 216 | 311 | +44.0% |
| Median household income | $23,918 | $25,615 | +7.1% |
How Goodsprings Compares
Median Household Income
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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+)
Goodsprings Rankings in Nevada
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Other Cities in Clark County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas | 660,400 | $73,877 | 14.0% | $427,900 |
| Henderson | 332,141 | $90,138 | 9.0% | $484,900 |
| North Las Vegas | 278,595 | $79,542 | 12.1% | $404,400 |
| Enterprise | 240,464 | $98,462 | 8.6% | $475,500 |
| Spring Valley | 219,187 | $74,511 | 12.2% | $433,800 |
| Sunrise Manor | 200,218 | $58,421 | 20.2% | $320,000 |
| Paradise | 185,913 | $59,190 | 17.6% | $384,200 |
| Whitney | 47,221 | $67,155 | 14.6% | $329,000 |
| Winchester | 37,081 | $50,120 | 23.8% | $302,800 |
| Summerlin South | 31,354 | $117,035 | 4.8% | $672,400 |
Cities Similar to Goodsprings
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruth | 298 | N/A | $68,500 | 0.0% | 6.7% |
| Fort McDermitt | 286 | $25,000 | $55,000 | 4.7% | 41.3% |
| Cal-Nev-Ari | 275 | N/A | $75,000 | 13.5% | 68.7% |
| Preston | 257 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Sutcliffe | 282 | $31,202 | $55,000 | 15.3% | 32.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 311, Goodsprings'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
Goodsprings is a small community located in Nevada, within Clark County. The total population is 311. It ranks as the 90th most populous out of 123 Census-designated places in Nevada.
Age Demographics
The median age in Goodsprings is 54.3 years. This is 39% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Goodsprings is $25,615. This is 67% lower than the state median of $78,260. It is also 68% lower than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Goodsprings. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The unemployment rate is 60.1%. This is 763% higher than the state rate of 7.0%. 21.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 64% lower than the state average of 60.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
Goodsprings has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.1% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (87.1% vs 44.8%).
Education
6.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 76% 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 73.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Goodsprings, 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 Goodsprings, Nevada?
Goodsprings, Nevada has a population of 311 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Goodsprings, NV?
The median household income in Goodsprings is $25,615, which is 68% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Goodsprings, NV?
The ACS sample for Goodsprings recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Goodsprings, Nevada?
Goodsprings's population is 87.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Goodsprings, NV?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Goodsprings — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Goodsprings, Nevada?
6.6% of adults (25+) in Goodsprings hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.