Carlin, NV

Nevada

Carlin is a small town in Nevada with a population of 2,164. Residents earn $62,232 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,164 Population 207/sq mi density
$62,232 Median Income $33,475 per capita
$195,000 Home Value $205,186 Zillow
$1,211 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
743 Violent Crime/100K 908 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$62,232 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$195,000 home value, $1,211/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
743 violent crimes/100K (95% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,232
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $195,000
31% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 743/100K
95% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.1%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,211
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

How Carlin Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,164
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density207/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 65%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,232
Per Capita$33,475
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$3,995M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$195,000
Rent$1,211
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$205,186

Crime

F
Violent743/100K
Property908/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault743/100K
Burglary289/100K

Health

Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain8.8 in/yr
Elevation4,945 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.1%
High School+90.2%
School Score4.96

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute20 min
EV Stations2
Libraries7

Is Carlin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carlin receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Carlin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carlin is $62,232, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carlin is $195,000, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,211 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 743 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 908 per 100,000, 54% below the national average.

Education

15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Carlin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.8 inches, including 25.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Carlin has a population of 2,164 with a density of 207 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.2%), with 6.9% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

2,164
Total Population
207
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
10.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Carlin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.4%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.6%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Carlin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carlin is $62,232, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Carlin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,232
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,475
Avg Weekly Wage$1,234
IRS Avg AGI$83,039

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,413
County GDP$3,995M

Business (County)

Restaurants165
Healthcare131
Retail167
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,381
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Carlin is $195,000, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,211 (4% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,186.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$195,000
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$205,186
Median List Price$210,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$210,000
$/Sq Ft$124
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,211
4% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,056
1 Bedroom$1,135
2 Bedrooms$1,428
3 Bedrooms$1,941
4 Bedrooms$2,352

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,381
3% below US avg
Effective Rate1.73%
In Carlin, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Carlin vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.6%
Checkup Rate70.5%
Premature Death10,188/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access78.0%
Healthcare Facilities131
Carlin has a violent crime rate of 743 per 100,000 residents, 95% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 908 per 100,000 (54% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Carlin vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent742.6/100K
95% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault742.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property907.6/100K
54% below US avg
Burglary288.8/100K
Theft536.3/100K
Vehicle Theft82.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Carlin has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.8 inches
77% below US avg
Snowfall25.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,945 ft (1,507 m)
Area10.4 sq mi (27.0 km²)
Population Density207/sq mi
Coordinates40.7190°N, 116.1080°W
County FIPS32007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.2%
D 20.6%

Winner: Republican by 56.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.1%
55% below US avg
High School+90.2%
School Test Score4.96
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density207/sq mi
Total Area10.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities131
Restaurants165
Retail Stores167

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Work from Home1.0%

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