Metro areas in Nevada: income, rent and home values
Nevada has 3 metropolitan areas with annual Census data, led by Las Vegas, NV with 2.4 million residents. Household incomes are highest in Reno, NV ($92,493). Renters spend the smallest share of income in Carson City, NV (27.6%) and the largest in Las Vegas, NV (32.8%). The fastest-growing metro since 2021 is Reno, NV (+16.7%).
| Metro area | Population | Median income | Median rent | Home value | Rent / income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas, NV | 2,407,226 | $82,187 | $1,711 | $453,500 | 32.8% |
| Reno, NV | 580,213 | $92,493 | $1,711 | $530,400 | 30.1% |
| Carson City, NV | 58,571 | $77,097 | $1,580 | $459,000 | 27.6% |
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Nevada at a glance
What is the most affordable metro area in Nevada for renters?+
Carson City, NV, where renters spend a median 27.6% of household income on rent (2025 Census data).
Which metro area in Nevada has the highest income?+
Reno, NV, with a median household income of $92,493 in 2025.
How many metro areas are in Nevada?+
3 metropolitan statistical areas in Nevada have annual Census estimates (population 65,000+).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 1-year estimates (released September 2026), with 2024 and 2021 for trends. Figures are survey estimates with margins of error; small differences between metros may not be meaningful. Metro areas use the official Metropolitan Statistical Area boundaries. Compiled and analyzed by Metro Research. Methodology.