Nevada

#32 in USWest

The Silver State Ā· Nevada (NV) has a population of 3,194,176 people, making it the #32 most populous state in the United States. The capital is Carson City and the largest city is Las Vegas.

Population

3.2M

#32 of 51

Area

110,572 mi²

286,380 km²

Density

11/km²

29/mi²

Capital

Carson City

Median Income

$76K

Below national avg

Unemployment

4.6%

National avg: 3.9%

Median Age

39.4

US Share

0.95%

of 335M total

Population Growth

2020 Census

3,104,614

2023 Estimate

3,194,176

Change

+89,562 (+2.9%)

Race & Ethnicity

White49.8%
Hispanic/Latino29.9%
Black9.4%
Asian9.1%
Two or More Races16.4%
American Indian/Alaska Native1.4%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander0.8%
Other13.1%

Age Distribution

Under 1821.4%
18 to 6461.2%
65 and over17.4%

Economy & Education

Median Household Income
$76,364
Poverty Rate
12%
Unemployment Rate
4.6%
Bachelor's Degree+
28.7%

Largest Cities in Nevada

Las VegasHendersonRenoNorth Las VegasSparks

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Nevada?

Nevada has a population of 3,194,176 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. It ranks #32 among all US states by population, representing 0.95% of the total US population.

What is the capital of Nevada?

The capital of Nevada is Carson City. The largest cities include Las Vegas, Henderson, Reno.

What is the median household income in Nevada?

The median household income in Nevada is $76,364, below the national average of $77,589.

How fast is Nevada growing?

Nevada has grown 2.9% since the 2020 Census, from 3,104,614 to 3,194,176.

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