Pahrump

Nye County, Nevada

Population 54K |Median income $60,714 |1 hospital

Population

54,344

Nye County

Median Income

$60,714

-11% vs avg

Median Home Value

$290,900

+28% vs avg

Median Age

52.5

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

54K+25%

Median Income

$60,714+52%

Median Home Value

$290,900+158%

Poverty Rate

14.1%-25%

Unemployment

8.1%-53%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,181/mo

Poverty Rate

14.1%

Unemployment 8.1%

Bachelor's Degree+ 13.3%

Work From Home 11%

Public Transit 1.2%

Population

White 73.2%

Two or More Ethnicities 4.9%

African American 2.9%

Asian 1.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

42.3%

Obesity

39.7%

Short Sleep Duration

35.8%

Physical Inactivity

32.1%

Frequent Physical Distress

18.3%

Frequent Mental Distress

17.9%

Current Smoking

17.7%

Diabetes

15.7%

Binge Drinking

13.2%

Lack of Health Insurance

13.1%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 75.1%

Dental Visit 55.7%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

11.1%

Coronary Heart Disease

10.1%

Stroke

5.2%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

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Average Rating

2/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

DESERT VIEW HOSPITAL

PAHRUMP · Critical Access Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Pahrump Area 6

Earthquakes

Minor M 3.1 Earthquake Recorded 74 km NE of Tonopah, Nevada

USGS · 1h ago

Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Denver-Boulder Area Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 1d ago

Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Las Vegas Reaches Unhealthy Levels for PM10

EPA · 2d ago

Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Las Vegas Air Quality Reaches Unhealthy Levels for Sensitive Groups

EPA · 3d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Les Suêtes Wind Warning Issued for Northern Inverness County

ECCC · 4d ago

Weather Alerts

Yellow Wind Warning Issued for Les Suêtes Winds in Inverness County

ECCC · Mar 29, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Pahrump, NV? ▼

Pahrump, NV has a population of 54,344 people, located in Nye County, Nevada.

What is the median household income in Pahrump? ▼

The median household income in Pahrump, NV is $60,714 per year. The poverty rate is 14.1%.

What is the median home value in Pahrump? ▼

The median home value in Pahrump, NV is $290,900. Median rent is $1,181/month.

What are the top health concerns in Pahrump? ▼

The top health indicators in Pahrump include High Blood Pressure (42.3%), Obesity (39.7%), Short Sleep Duration (35.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Pahrump? ▼

Pahrump has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Pahrump? ▼

The median age in Pahrump, NV is 52.5 years. 13.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Pahrump, NV is located in Nye County, Nevada. With a population of 54K and a median household income of $60,714, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Pahrump area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Nye County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.