Mineral County, Nevada Demographics 2026
Mineral County, Nevada has a population of 4,542, the 13th most populous county in Nevada. The median household income is $54,855 and the median home value is $156,200. The poverty rate is 18.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Mineral County Quick Facts
How Mineral 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 | 4,557 | 4,542 | -0.3% |
| Median household income | $50,584 | $54,855 | +8.4% |
| Median home value | $175,000 | $156,200 | -10.7% |
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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 69 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Mineral County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawthorne | 2,809 | $67,300 | 14.5% | $167,900 |
| Schurz | 821 | $45,104 | 23.6% | $94,400 |
| Walker Lake | 376 | $50,455 | 24.5% | $207,100 |
| Mina | 107 | N/A | 65.4% | $32,600 |
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Population Overview
Mineral County is located in Nevada with a total population of 4,542. It is the 13th most populous county out of 17 in Nevada. The county encompasses 4 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mineral County is 44.3 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. 10.6% 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 Mineral County is $54,855. This is 30% lower than the state median of $78,260. It is also 32% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.5%. This is 49% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.4%. The unemployment rate is 9.8%. This is 41% higher than the state rate of 7.0%. The median home value is $156,200. Housing costs are 64% lower than the state median of $435,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Mineral County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 60.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Mineral County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 57.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 17.4%. The Black or African American population (3.2%) is well below the state average of 9.0%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 8.8%.
Education
13.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% 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 92.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Mineral 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 Mineral County, Nevada?
Mineral County has a population of 4,542, making it the 13th most populous county in Nevada.
What is the median income in Mineral County?
The median household income in Mineral County is $54,855 with a poverty rate of 18.5%.
How many cities are in Mineral County, Nevada?
Mineral County contains 4 Census-designated places.