CITY · 1990 CENSUS
Elko
Nevada · 14,853 residents · 17.846 sq mi
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The short version
Elko is wealthier than most US places, with a median household income of $35,249. Population has declined 11% since 2000. Median home value is $85,700.
At a glance
Wealthier
above the US median
US median: $30,130
Younger
median age 29.5
US median: 33.0
Less educated
16% hold a bachelor's degree
US average: 20%
Stable housing
home values roughly flat, inflation adjusted
US median home: $93,722
Section 01
Population & growth
Population, 1990 – 2024
202421K
Section 02
Income & economy
$35,249
−4%inflation adjusted, since 2000
vs $48,608 in 2000
US average: $30,130
1990 – 2024
Section 03
Housing
$85,700
Unchangedinflation adjusted, since 2000
vs $112,900 in 2000
US average: $93,722
1990 – 2024
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Section 04
Race & ethnicity
2000
White, non-Hispanic73.3%(12,248)
Black0.3%(58)
Hispanic / Latino21.1%(3,528)
Asian1.1%(183)
Other0%
Diversity Score45.8%(7,656)
1990
White, non-Hispanic88.6%(13,159)
Black0.3%(46)
Hispanic / Latino15.2%(2,256)
Asian1.3%(187)
Other9.8%(1,461)
Diversity Score48%(7,123)
Section 05
Education
High school or higher
78.7%
+0.1 ptsvs 2000
vs 78.6% in 2000
US average: 75.2%
Section 06
Commute & transportation
Section 07
Work & employment
No data for the years selected.
Section 08
People & community
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Frequently asked
How many people live in Elko, Nevada?
Elko, Nevada has about 14,853 residents according to the 1990 Census.
What is the median household income in Elko, Nevada?
The typical household in Elko, Nevada earns about $35,249 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Elko, Nevada expensive?
In Elko, Nevada, the median home is worth about $85,700, and the typical rent is about $481 a month.
How educated are people in Elko, Nevada?
About 15.8% of adults age 25 and over in Elko, Nevada hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Elko, Nevada?
About 7.7% of people in Elko, Nevada live below the federal poverty line.
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