Nevada Population, Demographics & 2020 Census Data
Nevada has 3.1 million residents according to the 2020 U.S. Census. Median household income is $75,561, with a 12.6% poverty rate and a median age of 38.9 years. 27.4% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher (87.4% have a high school diploma or higher).
Updated: 2026-07-10 · Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey
Population (2020)
3.1 million
Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.
Median Age
38.9 years
0.2 yr above national avg
Median Household Income
$75,561
$2,977 below national avg
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
27.4%
7.6% below national avg
HS diploma or higher: 87.4%
Poverty Rate
12.6%
0.2% above national avg
Uninsured: 11.3%
Broadband Access
90.3% of households
0.6% above national avg
What is the total population of Nevada?
Nevada has 3.1 million residents as of the 2020 Census. Explore district-level demographics or find your representatives.
What is the median age in Nevada?
The median age in Nevada is 38.9 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.
What is the median household income in Nevada?
The median household income in Nevada is $75,561. See how income varies by district on district demographics.
What share of adults in Nevada have a high school or bachelor's degree?
In Nevada, 87.4% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 27.4% have a bachelor's degree or higher.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Nevada?
In Nevada, the poverty rate is 12.6% and the uninsured rate is 11.3%.
How many households in Nevada have broadband?
In Nevada, broadband access is 90.3% of households. Share of households with a broadband subscription.
Connect with Your State Leaders in Nevada
Meet the key players in Nevada's state government, including the most prominent elected officials from the executive and legislative branches. These leaders oversee elections, enforce laws, manage state finances, and set the policy agenda for Nevada.
Joe LombardoGovernorRepublicanThe state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
Cisco AguilarSecretary of StateDemocraticOversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.
Steve YeagerSpeaker of the HouseDemocraticLeads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.
Nevada Congressional Delegation — 119th Congress
Nevada sends 2 Senators and 4 Representatives to the 119th Congress (2025-2027). 4 seats are up for election in 2026.
Catherine Cortez MastoU.S. SenateDemocraticWon 2016 with 47.1%
Jacky RosenU.S. SenateDemocraticWon 2018 with 50.4%
Dina TitusU.S. House • Nevada U.S. House Nevada District 1DemocraticWon 2024 with 52.0%Up in 2026
Mark AmodeiU.S. House • Nevada U.S. House Nevada District 2RepublicanWon 2024 with 55.0%Up in 2026
Susie LeeU.S. House • Nevada U.S. House Nevada District 3DemocraticWon 2024 with 51.4%Up in 2026
Steven HorsfordU.S. House • Nevada U.S. House Nevada District 4DemocraticWon 2024 with 52.7%Up in 2026
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Nevada Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total population of Nevada (2020)?
Nevada has 3.1 million residents as of the 2020 Census.
What is the median age in Nevada?
The median age in Nevada is 38.9 years.
What is the median household income in Nevada?
The median household income in Nevada is $75,561.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Nevada?
In Nevada, the poverty rate is 12.6% and the uninsured rate is 11.3%.
How many households in Nevada have broadband?
In Nevada, broadband access is 90.3% of households.
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