Cost of Living in Esmeralda County, NV

What does it cost to live in Esmeralda County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$40,694

Median Rent

$1,312/mo

Median Home

$95,500

Affordability

601

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$483
Property Tax$49
Insurance$32

Total Monthly$564
% of Income16.6%

Renting

Median Rent$1,312
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,337
% of Income38.7%

Living in Esmeralda County, Nevada

Esmeralda County has a median household income of $40,694 with housing costs that represent 16.6% of income for owners and 38.7% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.