McDermitt, Nevada Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, McDermitt, Nevada had a total population of 22, the 122nd largest community in Nevada. The poverty rate is 100.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (100.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- 59.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Nevada.
McDermitt Quick Facts
How McDermitt 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 | 42 | 22 | -47.6% |
How McDermitt Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
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+)
McDermitt Rankings in Nevada
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Other Cities in Humboldt County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winnemucca | 8,361 | $81,824 | 14.0% | $309,100 |
| Fort McDermitt | 286 | $25,000 | 41.3% | $55,000 |
| Paradise Valley | 247 | $142,946 | 5.3% | N/A |
| Golconda | 203 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Orovada | 141 | $54,643 | 0.0% | $245,600 |
| Denio | 36 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to McDermitt
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hiko | 23 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Mountain City | 16 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Nelson | 32 | $51,538 | N/A | 25.0% | 25.0% |
| Denio | 36 | N/A | N/A | 41.7% | 0.0% |
| Gerlach | 58 | N/A | N/A | 50.0% | 50.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 22, McDermitt'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
McDermitt is a small community located in Nevada, within Humboldt County. The total population is 22. It ranks as the 122nd most populous out of 123 Census-designated places in Nevada.
Age Demographics
100.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 100.0%. This is 705% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.4%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 67% higher than the state average of 60.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in McDermitt was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
59.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places McDermitt in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 112% higher than the state rate of 27.9%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for McDermitt, 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 McDermitt, Nevada?
McDermitt, Nevada has a population of 22 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in McDermitt, NV?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for McDermitt — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in McDermitt, NV?
The poverty rate in McDermitt is 100.0%. This means approximately 22 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of McDermitt, Nevada?
McDermitt's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in McDermitt, NV?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for McDermitt — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is McDermitt, Nevada?
59.1% of adults (25+) in McDermitt hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.