Spanish Springs

NV

Washoe County, Nevada

Population 497K |Median income $88,096 |8 hospitals

Population
497,200
Washoe County
Median Income
$88,096
+30% vs avg
Median Home Value
$539,900
+137% vs avg
Median Age
39
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
497K+17%
Median Income
$88,096+66%
Median Home Value
$539,900+166%
Poverty Rate
10.7%-29%
Unemployment
5.1%-54%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,608/mo
Poverty Rate
10.7% -25% vs avg
Unemployment 5.1%
Bachelor's Degree+ 34.2%
Work From Home 12.6%
Public Transit 1.9%

Population

White 62.6%
Asian 5.8%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.1%
African American 2.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
37.8%
High Blood Pressure
29.7%
Obesity
28.5%
Physical Inactivity
21.6%
Binge Drinking
18.5%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
14%
Current Smoking
12.6%
Lack of Health Insurance
12%
Current Asthma
10.3%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 61.4%
Annual Checkup 74.5%

Other Measures

Diabetes
10%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.1%
Stroke
3.2%

Hospitals 8 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
1
★★★
2
★★
1
★
0
Average Rating
3.4/5
Total Hospitals
8
With ER
5
VA SIERRA NEVADA HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
RENO · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★★★★
NORTHERN NEVADA MEDICAL CENTER
SPARKS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
RENOWN REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
RENO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
SAINT MARY'S REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
RENO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
RENOWN SOUTH MEADOWS MEDICAL CENTER
RENO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Spanish Springs 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 Spanish Springs, NV? ▼
Spanish Springs, NV has a population of 497,200 people, located in Washoe County, Nevada.
What is the median household income in Spanish Springs? ▼
The median household income in Spanish Springs, NV is $88,096 per year. The poverty rate is 10.7%.
What is the median home value in Spanish Springs? ▼
The median home value in Spanish Springs, NV is $539,900. Median rent is $1,608/month.
What are the top health concerns in Spanish Springs? ▼
The top health indicators in Spanish Springs include Short Sleep Duration (37.8%), High Blood Pressure (29.7%), Obesity (28.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Spanish Springs? ▼
Spanish Springs has 8 hospitals with an average rating of 3.4/5 stars. 5 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Spanish Springs? ▼
The median age in Spanish Springs, NV is 39 years. 34.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Spanish Springs, NV is located in Washoe County, Nevada. With a population of 497K and a median household income of $88,096, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 8 hospitals with an average rating of 3.4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Spanish Springs 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 (Washoe 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.