Elko, NV

Nevada · Elko County

Elko is a small city in Nevada with a population of 20,624. Residents earn $75,630 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.0 /5.0

B Good

20,624 Population 1,155/sq mi density

$75,630 Median Income $39,001 per capita

$285,400 Home Value $350,513 Zillow

$1,174 Median Rent 23.7% income on rent

48°F Avg Temperature 322 sunny days/yr

335 Violent Crime/100K 2,573 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.1 / 5.0

$75,630 median income, 3.1% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.6 / 5.0

$285,400 home value, $1,174/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

335 violent crimes/100K (12% below avg)

C+

Education

2.5 / 5.0

18.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $75,630

1% higher than US avg

Home Value $285,400

1% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 335/100K

12% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 18.9%

44% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,174

1% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.6%

17% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.1%

14% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.5%

23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population20,624

Median Age34.3 yrs

Density1,155/mi²

Male / Female53% / 47%

Largest GroupWhite 70%

Veterans5.4%

Economy

Median Income$75,630

Per Capita$39,001

Unemployment3.1%

Poverty9.5%

County GDP$3,995M

Commute24 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$285,400

Rent$1,174

Ownership62.4%

Zillow$350,513

Housing Units8,763

Rent Burden23.7%

Crime

Violent335/100K

Property2,573/100K

Murder19.4/100K

Assault160/100K

Burglary568/100K

Health

Obesity37.6%

Uninsured14.7%

Smoking16.5%

Depression21.5%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI23 (Good)

Rain10.0 in/yr

Sunny Days322/yr

Elevation5,112 ft (1,558 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+18.9%

High School+86.7%

Graduate+8.7%

School Score4.73

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%

Commute24 min

Broadband88.4%

EV Stations5

Libraries7

Is Elko a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elko receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Elko offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elko is $75,630, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elko is $285,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,174 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Elko is below the national average at 335 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,573 per 100,000, 31% above the national average.

Education

18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Elko experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 322 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.0 inches, including 41.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.

Elko has a population of 20,624 with a density of 1,155 people per square mile, spread across 17.9 square miles. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.7% female and 53.3% male. The city is predominantly White (69.7%), with 5.6% Hispanic, 1.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 82.5% of residents, while 17.5% speak Spanish. 5.4% of the population are veterans. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 90.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

20,624

Total Population

1,155

People / sq mi

34.3yrs

Median Age

12% below US avg

17.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%

Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Elko vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 82.5%

5% above US avg

Spanish 17.5%

31% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Elko vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elko is $75,630, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,001. The average weekly wage is $1,234, 14% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,413 business establishments, including 165 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 2.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Elko vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$75,630
	1% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$39,001
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,234
IRS Avg AGI	$83,039
Gini Index	0.414 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.1%
	14% below US avg
Poverty Rate	9.5%
	23% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,413
County GDP	$3,995M

Business (County)

Restaurants	165
Healthcare	131
Retail	167
Manufacturing	35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,381
	3% below US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.0 min
Drive Alone	64.2%
Public Transit	12.0%
Work from Home	2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Elko is $285,400, 1% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $350,513, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99.7% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,174 (1% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,166 for a one-bedroom to $1,530 for a two-bedroom apartment. 62.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 8,763 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1985. The average annual property tax is $3,381. 23.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$285,400
	1% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$350,513
Median List Price	$414,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$414,950
$/Sq Ft	$207
Homes Sold	18
Sale-to-List Ratio	99.7%
Price Drops	25.0%
Inventory	64

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,174
	1% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,665
Rent Burden	23.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,055
1 Bedroom	$1,166
2 Bedrooms	$1,530
3 Bedrooms	$1,933
4 Bedrooms	$2,567

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	62.4%
Owner-Occupied	62.4%
Renter-Occupied	37.6%
Housing Units	8,763
Median Year Built	1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,381
	3% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.18%

In Elko, 37.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 30.6% have high blood pressure. 16.5% are current smokers. 17.9% report binge drinking. 26.0% are physically inactive. 21.5% report depression. 19.1% experience frequent mental distress. 14.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,838. The dentist ratio is 1:2,079. 78.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.3 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-22)

PM2.5

5.4

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

7.1

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

13.4

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

70.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

0.4

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

140.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.6%
	17% above US avg
Diabetes	10.5%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	30.6%
Asthma	10.7%
COPD	6.9%
Cancer	6.9%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.5%
	18% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.9%
Physical Inactivity	26.0%
Depression	21.5%
Mental Distress	19.1%
Physical Distress	14.8%
Short Sleep	38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.5%
Uninsured	14.7%
	71% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,838
Dentists	1:2,079
Mental Health	1:920
Checkup Rate	70.5%
Dental Visits	56.6%
Premature Death	10,188/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.3/10
Exercise Access	78.0%
Healthcare Facilities	131

Elko has a violent crime rate of 335 per 100,000 residents, 12% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 160.2 per 100,000, robbery at 68.0, rape at 87.4. The murder rate is 19.4 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,573 per 100,000, 31% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,650, burglary at 568, vehicle theft at 354 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Elko receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	334.9/100K
	12% below US avg
Murder	19.4/100K
	208% above US avg
Rape	87.4/100K
Robbery	68.0/100K
Assault	160.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	2,572.7/100K
	31% above US avg
Burglary	567.9/100K
Theft	1,650.4/100K
Vehicle Theft	354.4/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	10
Traffic Accidents	393
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters	91

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Elko experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 322 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 10.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 41.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23 / among the cleanest air in the country. 87% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 5,112 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	47.8°F
	11% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	322 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	5,112 ft (1,558 m)
Area	17.9 sq mi (46.2 km²)
Population Density	1,155/sq mi
Coordinates	40.8381°N, 115.7678°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County	Elko County County
Nearest Airport	Elko Regional (EKO) 2 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 10.0"

74% below US avg

Snowfall 41.2"

Wettest Month (May) 1.46"

Driest Month (Jul) 0.47"

Air Quality

AQI Median	23.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	87.1%
Unhealthy Days	1

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0503 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	87.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability	28.5 / 100
Community Resilience	3.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Relatively High
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively Low
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Very Low
Landslide	Very Low
Volcano	Very Low
Avalanche	Relatively Moderate

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

512 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 30, 2025.

Feb 21, 2008	8 km ENE of Wells, Nevada	M5.9	83 km
Feb 21, 2008	10 km ENE of Wells, Nevada	M5.1	85 km
Aug 30, 2025	51 km NE of Valmy, Nevada	M4.8	87 km
Feb 22, 2008	4 km ENE of Wells, Nevada	M4.8	78 km
Aug 31, 2021	25 km S of Wells, Nevada	M4.7	67 km
Feb 21, 2008	5 km E of Wells, Nevada	M4.6	79 km
Feb 21, 2008	4 km NE of Wells, Nevada	M4.6	78 km
May 16, 1997	43 km ESE of Lamoille, Nevada	M4.4	71 km
Apr 17, 1997	34 km E of Crescent Valley, Nevada	M4.3	63 km
Feb 22, 2008	5 km E of Wells, Nevada	M4.3	79 km
Oct 8, 2001	36 km NNW of Osino, Nevada	M4.3	44 km
Feb 23, 2008	9 km NE of Wells, Nevada	M4.3	83 km
Feb 21, 2008	5 km ENE of Wells, Nevada	M4.1	79 km
Feb 24, 2008	6 km E of Wells, Nevada	M4.1	81 km
Feb 27, 2008	13 km NE of Wells, Nevada	M4.1	88 km
Feb 27, 2008	6 km ESE of Wells, Nevada	M4.1	79 km
Feb 25, 2008	6 km ESE of Wells, Nevada	M4.1	79 km
Apr 1, 2008	16 km NE of Wells, Nevada	M4.1	90 km
Aug 30, 2025	61 km NNE of Valmy, Nevada	M4.0	93 km
Jun 3, 2016	14 km NE of Eureka, Nevada	M4.0	139 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

24 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF1.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 24, 2023	EF1	37 km	0
May 5, 1994	EF1	99 km	0
May 27, 1987	EF1	24 km	0
Aug 19, 1979	EF1	57 km	0
Jun 11, 1977	EF1	93 km	0
Jul 17, 1962	EF1	86 km	0
Aug 13, 2021	EF0	20 km	0
May 22, 2018	EF0	100 km	0
Jul 31, 2014	EF0	54 km	0
May 21, 2014	EF0	1 km	0
May 21, 2014	EF0	3 km	0
Apr 13, 2012	EF0	30 km	0
Jun 20, 2009	EF0	97 km	0
Jun 20, 2009	EF0	83 km	0
Jun 24, 2004	EF0	25 km	0
Jun 8, 1998	EF0	73 km	0
May 16, 1996	EF0	19 km	0
Aug 11, 1993	EF0	74 km	0
Jun 8, 1992	EF0	7 km	0
Aug 4, 1991	EF0	16 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SOUTH SUGARLOAF (241,426 ac, 2018).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2018	SOUTH SUGARLOAF	241,426	100 km
2017	ROOSTERS COMB	217,510	74 km
1999	SADLER COMPLEX	183,908	57 km
2006	CHARLESTON	154,036	72 km
2006	SHEEP	153,116	77 km
2016	HOT POT	120,015	98 km
2011	INDIAN CREEK	115,891	51 km
2006	AMAZON	105,310	88 km
2005	ESMERALDA	101,118	75 km
2001	SHEEP	85,110	87 km
2006	SUZIE	81,760	22 km
2001	BUFFALO COMPLEX (HOT LAKE)	73,798	83 km
2000	NORTHEAST ELKO COUNTY ZONE (COUNTY ZONE)	67,886	96 km
2007	RED HOUSE COMPLEX	65,594	27 km
2018	SHEEP CREEK	58,483	86 km
1999	FRENCHIE	55,277	66 km
2011	CHUKKAR CANYON	50,449	45 km
1999	ROSE	48,365	50 km
2006	BASCO	47,655	29 km
2012	WILLOW	43,612	74 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	27°F (-3°C)	1.3 in	Coldest
February	30°F (-1°C)	1.0 in
March	36°F (2°C)	1.3 in
April	42°F (6°C)	1.1 in
May	51°F (10°C)	1.5 in	Wettest
June	60°F (16°C)	1.2 in
July	72°F (22°C)	0.5 in	Warmest, Driest
August	68°F (20°C)	0.6 in
September	59°F (15°C)	0.7 in
October	48°F (9°C)	0.9 in
November	36°F (2°C)	1.4 in
December	27°F (-3°C)	1.3 in

Elko has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 27°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.5") and July the driest (0.5").

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Elko is located in Elko County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, a smaller urban community. 18.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 44% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. 8.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 77.2% of the vote, a 56.6-point margin. 88.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 131 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 64.2% of workers drive alone to work, while 12% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.2%

D 20.6%

Winner: Republican by 56.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	10
Traffic Accidents	393
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	18.9%
	44% below US avg
High School+	86.7%
Graduate Degree+	8.7%
School Test Score	4.73

C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 5	Nonmetro / Urban 20K+
Population Density	1,155/sq mi
Total Area	17.9 sq mi
County	Elko County County

Services

Broadband Access	88.4%
Avg Download Speed	18.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	2.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	5
Alt Fuel Stations	6
Public Libraries	7
Healthcare Facilities	131
Restaurants	165
Retail Stores	167

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.0 min
Drive Alone	64.2%
Public Transit	12.0%
Work from Home	2.6%

Average costs for common services in Elko. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$250 ($150–$400)
Specialist Visit	$350 ($200–$550)
Urgent Care Visit	$200 ($100–$350)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,200 ($800–$5,000)
Dental Cleaning	$130 ($75–$200)
Dental Filling	$250 ($150–$400)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$45 ($25–$75)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$75 ($50–$120)
Brake Pad Replacement	$300 ($150–$500)
Tire Rotation	$40 ($20–$75)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$600 ($400–$1,000)
Battery Replacement	$200 ($100–$350)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$100 ($60–$150)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$90 ($50–$140)
HVAC Repair	$400 ($150–$800)
HVAC System Install	$7,000 ($4,000–$12,000)
Roof Repair	$1,000 ($400–$2,000)
Roof Replacement	$9,000 ($5,500–$15,000)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,500 ($500–$3,500)
Divorce (Contested)	$15,000 ($5,000–$30,000)
DUI Defense	$5,000 ($2,000–$10,000)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,500 ($800–$3,000)
Will Preparation	$500 ($200–$1,000)
Trust Preparation	$2,500 ($1,000–$5,000)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$25 ($15–$45)
Women's Haircut	$55 ($30–$100)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$150 ($75–$250)
Manicure	$25 ($15–$45)
Pedicure	$40 ($25–$65)
Massage (1 Hour)	$80 ($50–$130)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.10 ($3.00–$5.50)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.50 ($2.50–$5.00)
Loaf of Bread	$3.80 ($2.50–$5.50)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.50 ($3.00–$6.50)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.50 ($4.00–$7.50)
Rice (per lb)	$1.00 ($0.60–$1.80)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$140 ($80–$250)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$70 ($30–$150)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$70 ($40–$120)
Internet (Monthly)	$70 ($40–$100)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$65 ($30–$100)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$85 ($50–$150)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$200 ($75–$500)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,000 ($1,200–$3,500)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$70 ($30–$130)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($8.00–$25)
Car Registration (Annual)	$100 ($30–$250)
Driver's License Renewal	$30 ($15–$75)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,200 ($600–$2,500)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,000 ($500–$2,000)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$400 ($200–$700)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$50 ($25–$100)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,000 ($400–$2,500)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,500 ($5,000–$30,000)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$60 ($30–$100)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$100 ($50–$200)
Dog Grooming	$60 ($30–$100)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$40 ($20–$75)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$300 ($150–$500)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$200 ($100–$400)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$795
Toddler	$668
Preschool	$650
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$556
Toddler	$556
Preschool	$556

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Elko County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services	4,765	150	$34,930	2.36
Retail Trade	2,638	159	$39,275	1.19
Health Care & Social Assistance	1,811	132	$58,961	0.57
Mining & Oil/Gas	1,656	46	$113,371	19.72
Construction	1,598	127	$80,813	1.37
Wholesale Trade	1,421	103	$110,251	1.62
Transportation & Warehousing	689	52	$72,277	0.73
Professional & Technical Services	685	131	$73,723	0.44
Other Services	616	91	$63,646	0.92
Administrative & Waste Services	538	63	$48,993	0.41
Arts & Entertainment	446	37	$32,045	1.19
Management of Companies	272	18	$248,482	0.73
Agriculture & Forestry	259	35	$38,521	1.44
Finance & Insurance	253	51	$70,925	0.28
Real Estate	240	59	$50,805	0.70
Manufacturing	162	22	$72,021	0.09
Utilities	151	9	$116,263	1.79
Information & Technology	123	20	$65,189	0.30
Educational Services	88	12	$33,584	0.19
Unclassified	2	1	$40,141	0.06

Colleges & Universities in Elko

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Great Basin College	Public · Bachelor's	4,472	—	$3,855	$11,513

Hospitals in Elko

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
NORTHEASTERN NEVADA REGIONAL HOSPITAL	Acute Care Hospitals	2/5	Yes	(775) 738-5151

Schools in Elko

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Elko High School	High	1,424	62	23.0:1
Adobe Middle School	Middle	720	32	22.5:1
Flagview Intermediate School	Middle	686	33	20.8:1
Mountain View Elementary School	Elementary	612	27	22.7:1
Southside Elementary School	Elementary	608	30	20.3:1
Northside Elementary School	Elementary	389	24	16.2:1
Grammar School 2	Elementary	339	20	17.0:1
Elko Institute for Academic Achievement (Charter)	Elementary	197	9	21.9:1
Northeastern Nevada Virtual Academy	Other	105	—	—
Independence Valley Elementary School	Elementary	5	1	5.0:1

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Radio Stations near Elko

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
KELK	—	MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Elko

3 campgrounds found near Elko.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
TERRACES CAMPGROUND - PICNIC AREA	4.6/5	1	$5–$100
THOMAS CANYON	4.5/5	39	$19–$38
POWERHOUSE GROUP PICNIC AREA	4.1/5	1	$94

Trails Near Elko

336+ trails found near Elko.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
LAMOILLE-GARDNER CREEK TH	11.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LAMOILLE-GARDNER CREEK TH	10.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
RUBY CREST NATIONAL RECREATION	10.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
RUBY CREST NATIONAL RECREATION	8.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
RUBY CREST NATIONAL RECREATION	6.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NORTH FURLONG	5.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LONG CANYON	5.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
CONRAD CREEK	4.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
GRISWOLD-SOLDIER	4.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MAHOGANY CREEK	4.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LAMOILLE TO TALBOT	4.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SECRET PEAK	4.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SEITZ CANYON	4.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SEGUNDA CREEK	3.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BOX CANYON	3.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
OVERLAND LAKE	3.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
DAWLEY CREEK	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
TALBOT CREEK	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
ECHO CANYON	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
CONRAD CREEK	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
JOE BILLY BASIN	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
KLECKNER CREEK	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NORTH FORK SMITH CREEK	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HENNEN CANYON	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MIDDLE FORK SMITH CREEK	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SOUTH FORK COLD CREEK	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
KLECKNER CREEK	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MCCUTCHEON CREEK	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
JOE BILLY BASIN	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
RATTLESNAKE CREEK	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
RIGHT FORK LAMOILLE	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MIDDLE FORK COLD CREEK	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
TALBOT CREEK	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NORTH FORK COLD CREEK	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
OVERLAND LAKE	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
RUBY CREST NATIONAL RECREATION	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LONG CANYON	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
COLONEL MOORE	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SMITH CREEK	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ISLAND LAKE	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
THOMAS CANYON	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BOX CANYON	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MIDDLE FORK SMITH CREEK	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
CONRAD CREEK	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
JOE BILLY BASIN	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
GRAVEYARD BASIN	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ECHO CANYON	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LAMOILLE STOCK	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
GILBERT CREEK	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LONG CANYON	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
COLONEL MOORE	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
DAWLEY CREEK	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
KLECKNER CREEK	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NORTH FORK COLD CREEK	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CONRAD CREEK	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
ACHURRA	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COLONEL	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LIONS CAMP	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MIDDLE FORK COLD CREEK	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LAMOILLE-GARDNER CREEK TH	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HENNEN CANYON	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH CONRAD CREEK	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MIDDLE FORK COLD CREEK	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
FAVRE LAKE	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
ROAD	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RIGHT FORK LAMOILLE	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
JOHN DAY	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RATTLESNAKE CREEK	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BOX CANYON	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
COTTONWOOD CREEK 3	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WILLOW 2	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CARVILLE 1	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SOUTH FORK SMITH	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LUTTS	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RIGHT FORK LAMOILLE	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
JASPER	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROAD CANYON	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HIDDEN LAKES	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HAPPY 1	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GILBERT 4	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HANKINS CREEK	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NORTH FORK COLD CREEK	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LUTTS 3	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORTH FORK COLD CREEK	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COLONEL 1	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
JOE BILLY BASIN	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
GRISWOLD-SOLDIER	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HANKINS CREEK	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BATTLE 2	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LOWER SEGUNDA MINE	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BARNS	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
JIM	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
JOE BILLY BASIN	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SOUTH FORK COLD CREEK	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NORTH FURLONG	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
TIPTON	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DAWLEY CREEK	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
GREGOR 1	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORTH FORK SMITH CREEK	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
GRAVEYARD NORTH	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
OVERLAND 6	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAXTER 13	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BAXTER	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GARDNER 3	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ITALIAN	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GILBERT	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GRANITE 8	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CHOKE CHERRY	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
JOE BILLY NORTH CAMPSITE	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HARRISON PASS 2	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEW THOMAS CANYON	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GREEN 1	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
JOE BILLY NORTH CAMPSITE	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
ROSS	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
JOE BILLY NORTH	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SMITH	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SOUTH	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GRANITE 7	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CONRAD CREEK CUTOFF	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SOLDIER BASIN	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
GRISWOLD-SOLDIER	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SOUTH FORK SMITH	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MAYHEW 1	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORTH FORK COLD CREEK	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROSS CREEK	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
UPPER NORTH FORK COLD CREEK	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BATTLE	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
THORPE	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TOYN 9	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GRAVEYARD 1	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CONRAD CREEK	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BAXTER 3	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COTTONWOOD 1	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GREGOR SPUR A	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAXTER 7	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GRAVEYARD 1 SPUR A	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SMITH SPUR B	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORTH FURLONG	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LUTTS 1	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MIKA	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
UPPER NORTH FORK COLD CREEK	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCK HOUSE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LAMOILLE CANYON INTERPRETIVE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RATTLESNAKE CREEK	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
GILBERT 3	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SMITH CREEK CONNECTOR	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RATTLESNAKE CREEK	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
JOE BILLY SOUTH CAMPSITE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SMITH SPUR A	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CARTER	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
JOE BILLY BASIN	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BAXTER 9	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROCK SHORTCUT	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DAY CREEK TRAIL	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LUTTS 2	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GILBERT 2	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GARDNER 2	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
OVERLAND 3	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CARVILLE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GREEN 3	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
JOE BILLY SOUTH	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RIGHT FORK LAMOILLE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RIGHT FORK LAMOILLE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MIDDLE FORK SMITH CREEK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
ROAD CANYON 1	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GRISWOLD-SOLDIER	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WATERMELON	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROAD CANYON CONNECTOR	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COTTONWOOD 4	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CONRAD CREEK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
GRAVEYARD NORTH	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GILBERT 1	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RATTLESNAKE CREEK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HENNEN CANYON	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ROBINSON LAKE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MCCUTCHEN	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COTTONWOOD 3	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SEITZ CANYON	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
THORPE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GREGOR 1 SPUR A	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COTTONWOOD 11	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GREEN 2	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAXTER 2	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
POWER HOUSE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
JOE BILLY BASIN	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
CARVILLE 3	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILLY CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LIONS CAMP	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
1ST JASPER CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BAXTER 8	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DAWLEY CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BAXTER 10	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
THOMAS CANYON	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH FORK SMITH CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WILLOW 1	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MAHOGANY CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HARRISON PASS 2 SPUR A	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
OVERLAND	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COLONEL 1 CONNECTOR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GIDNEY	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LONG	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RIGHT FORK LAMOILLE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH FORK COLD CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GRAVEYARD	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TIPTON TURNOUT	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TIPTON SPUR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAXTER 6	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
UPPER SEGUNDA MINE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MCCUTCHEN 1	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAXTER 5	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CASTLE LAKE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DROWN	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HANKINS	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CONRAD	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GREGOR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
JOE BILLY	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POWER HOUSE SPUR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GREEN 1 SPUR A	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GRAVEYARD BASIN SPUR E	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
JOE BILLY TOO	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GARDNER 4	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAXTER 9 SPUR B	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROSS CREEK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
GREEN	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RATTLE SNAKE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
OVERLAND TOO	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GRANITE 8 CONNECTOR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
ROAD 1 SPUR A	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAXTER 6	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HARRISON PASS 2 TURNOUT	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GILBERT 1 SPUR A	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CARTER SPRU B	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GRAVEYARD BASIN SPUR D	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BATTLE CREEK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HENNEN CANYON	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COTTONWOOD 1 CONNECTOR B	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RUBY CREST NATIONAL RECREATION	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BAXTER SPUR A	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
OVERLAND 5	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
57149 EXTENTION	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROAD 2	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GRAVEYARD BASIN SPUR C	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROCK HOUSE 2	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GENNETTE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MYERS	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
JOSE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DROWN SPUR A	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAXTER 8 SPUR A	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CONRAD CREEK SPRING	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
DAWLY	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAXTER 9 SPUR A	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROAD 1	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAXTER 11	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CARVILLE 2	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RATTLE SNAKE 1	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAXTER 3 SPUR A	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COTTONWOOD 2	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BATTLE 2 CONNECTOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CHOKE CHERRY TURNOUT	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAXTER 8	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROADS END CREEK	0.1	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
GRAVEYARD 1 SPUR B	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MAYHEW	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAXTER 6 CONNECTOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LUTTS 4	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
POWER HOUSE EAST	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COTTONWOOD 1 CONNECTOR A	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
1ST JASPER CREEK SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAXTER 4	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GREEN 1	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GHEEN	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ITALIAN	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LEE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GARDNER 1	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LUTTS 4 SPUR B	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORTH FORK COLD CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GREGOR 1 TURNOUT	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
OVERLAND LAKE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LUTTS 5	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROSS TURNOUT	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORTH FORK COLD CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
JOE BILLY BASIN	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BATTLE SPUR C	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BATTLE SPUR A	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAXTER 3 CONNECTOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAXTER 14	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GRAVEYARD TURNOUT	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TIPTON 2	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GHEEN 1	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TIOTOA	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORTH FORK COLD CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COLD CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COTTONWOOD 11 SPUR A	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GREGOR 3	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LONG CANYON	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NORTH FORK COLD CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MIDDLE FORK SMITH CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BATTLE 2 SPUR B	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GRAVEYARD BASIN CUTOFF	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROAD 3	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAXTER 6 SPUR A	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GRAVEYARD NORTH SPUR A	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RATTLE SNAKE 1 SPUR A	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAXTER 12	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BAXTER 3 SPUR B	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROAD CANYON CUTOFF	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RATTLE SNAKE 1 SPUR B	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAXTER 11 SPUR A	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROCK HOUSE SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LONG	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LUTTS CUTOFF	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GRAVEYARD BASIN TURNOUT	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GREGOR 2	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GRAVEYARD 1 SPUR B	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CARVILLE 1 SHORTCUT	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BATTLE SPUR B	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
JOE BILLY BASIN	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BAXTER CUTOFF	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TINY	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POWER HOUSE EAST SPUR A	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BATTLE SPUR D	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GARDNER 2 SHORTCUT	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MYERS SPUR B	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CARTER CUTOFF	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
POWER HOUSE EAST SPUR B	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MIKA 1	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
OVERLAND CUTOFF	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DAY CREEK SPUR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROAD HOUSE SPUR A	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LUTTS 4 CONNECTOR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAXTER 7 SPUR A	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAXTER 6 SPUR C	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MYERS CONNECTOR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAXTER 14 SPUR A	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COTTONWOOD 4	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
JOE BILLY	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—

Historical Trends — Elko

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	19,943	$72,565
2015	20,118	$73,843
2017	20,324	$75,652
2019	20,491	$79,205
2021	20,613	$80,148
2023	20,802	$75,630

Museums in Elko

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
WESTERN FOLKLIFE CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM	501 RAILROAD STREET	7757387508	$2,643,985
NORTHEASTERN NEVADA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$509,169

Libraries in Elko

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
ELKO-LANDER-EUREKA COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM	720 COURT STREET	0.0	338,182

Farmers Markets in Elko

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Elko Downtown Business Association Farmer's Market	5th and Commercial	July to October	Sat:8:00 am - 12:00 pm;		Visit

Hotels in Elko

19 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Baymont Inn & Suites

Best Western

Comfort Inn

Days Inn Elko

Hampton Inn & Suites

High Desert Inn

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Elko

Holiday Inn Express Elko

Home2 Suites

Ledgestone Hotel Elko

Maverick Hotel and Casino

Pioneer Hotel

Quality Inn & Suites Elko

Ramada

Shutters Hotel Elko

Super 8 Elko

The Star Hotel Basque dining

TownePlace Suites Elko

Travelodge Elko

Restaurants in Elko

23 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Blue Moon Asian Cuisine & Sushi Bar

Chef Cheng's

Coffee Mug

Dos Amigos

Dreez

Garibaldi's Restaurant

Great Wall Express

La Fiesta

Luciano's Bar and Restaurant

Machi's

Matties Taphouse and Grill

McAdoo’s

Odeh's Mediterranean

Ogi's Deli

Pizza Hut

Round Table Pizza

Teppanyaki

Toki Ona

Wingers Restaurant & Alehouse

Cafes in Elko

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cool Beans

Cowboy Joe

Good Blends

Mudd Hutt

Sierra Java

Starbucks

XP Gaming & Cafe

Cinemas in Elko

2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crystal 5

Elko Cinema 6

Theatres in Elko

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Reynolds Amphitheater

Monuments in Elko

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caterpillar grader

Clinics in Elko

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Golden Health Clinic

Dentists in Elko

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Elko Dental Care

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Train Stations in Elko

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Elko

Gas Stations in Elko

17 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chevron

Chevron ExtraMile

Conoco

Flyers

Hardy Enterprises Truck Stop

Maverik

Shell

Sinclair

Smith's Gas Station

Banks in Elko

7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Elko Credit Federal Union

Elko Federal Credit Union

Nevada State Bank

OE Federal Credit Union

WaFd Bank

Wells Fargo

Golf Courses in Elko

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ruby View Golf Course

Nursing Homes in Elko

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
HIGHLAND MANOR OF ELKO 2850 RUBY VISTA DRIVE	Non profit - Corporation	112	112	3/5	—	4/5	3/5	7757535500

Pharmacies in Elko

9 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
ARLINGTON CLINICAL INFUSIONS	350 WEST SILVER STREET	775-778-9770
CVS - 8801	550 WEST IDAHO STREET	775-738-7177
ELKO FAMILY MEDICAL AND DENTAL CENTER	762 14TH STREET	775-738-5850
GOLDEN HEALTH FAMILY PHARMACY	1993 ERRECART BOULEVARD	888-940-1049
KMART	2450 MOUNTAIN CITY HIGHWAY	775-738-9422
RALEY'S - 117	2505 MOUNTAIN CITY HIGHWAY	775-738-2779
SMITH'S	1740 MOUNTAIN CITY HIGHWAY	775-777-1337
SOUTHERN BANDS HEALTH CENTER	515 SHOSHONE CIRCLE	775-738-2252
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 2402	2944 MOUNTAIN CITY HIGHWAY	775-778-6783

EV Charging Stations in Elko

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Elko Junction Shopping Center - Tesla Supercharger	2755 Mountain City Highway	Tesla		6	TESLA	public
Walmart 2402 - Elko, NV	2944 Mountian City Highway	Electrify America		4	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
Home2 Suites by Hilton Elko Nevada - Tesla Destination	2572 E Jennings Wy	Tesla Destination	3		TESLA	public
Ledgestone Hotel - Tesla Destination	2585 E Jennings Wy	Tesla Destination	4		J1772 TESLA	public

Cell Towers in Elko

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
(Hunter) S33, T33N, R54E	LTOWER	33
Last Chance Road (108658)	LTOWER	23
Last Chance Road (108658)	LTOWER	23

Fire Stations in Elko

Name	Address	Type	Phone
City of Elko Fire Department	911 W Idaho ST	Mostly career	775-777-7345
Elko County Fire Protection District	155 S 9TH ST	Mostly volunteer	775-738-9960
Independence Valley Volunteer Fire Department (part of North Region)	HC 32 Box 180	Volunteer	775-756-6562
Ryndon Volunteer Fire Department (part of North Region)	HWY	Volunteer	775-738-5882
Ten-Mile Volunteer Fire Department		Volunteer	775-738-0232

Bridges in Elko

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1976	297	29,800	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1979	293	18,400	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1979	194	18,400	F
Culvert	Concrete	1968	27	10,400	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1976	127	7,000	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1976	127	7,000	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1976	134	7,000	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1976	134	7,000	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1976	127	7,000	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1976	127	7,000	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1977	146	7,000	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1977	146	7,000	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1980	442	6,900	G
Culvert	Steel	1974	24	6,700	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1976	138	5,600	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1976	138	5,600	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1976	119	5,600	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1976	116	5,600	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1968	93	5,200	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1968	93	5,200	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1968	93	5,200	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1968	93	5,200	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Steel continuous	1990	440	4,750	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1970	243	200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2003	56	25	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2007	71	23	G

Correctional Facilities in Elko

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
NEVADA YOUTH TRAINING CENTER	100 YOUTH CENTER DRIVE	STATE	51	160	OPEN
ELKO COUNTY JAIL	775 W SILVER ST	COUNTY	96	-999	OPEN
ELKO COUNTY JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER	665 W SILVER ST	COUNTY	-999	-999	OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Elko

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Elko, NV	1300 Water Street (Train 5)	TRAIN

Airports Near Elko

7 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Elko Regional Airport	EKO	Medium Airport
I-L Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Jack Creek Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Llama Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Marys River Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Red Rock Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Stevens-Crosby Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Elko

2 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Elko Police
Western Shoshone Department - Safety

Grocery Stores in Elko

22 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Airport Phillips 66 80227	Convenience Store	1415 Mountain City Hwy
Albertsons 155	Supermarket	2582 Idaho St
Azteca Market	Grocery Store	248 River St
Carniceria Los Compadres	Grocery Store	485 S 5th St
CVS Pharmacy 8801	Other	550 W Idaho St
DOLLARTREE 10883	Other	2759 Mountain City Hwy
DOLLARTREE 9012	Other	2582 Idaho St
Elko Chevron Extramile 4221	Convenience Store	1950 Idaho St
Elko Food Mart	Convenience Store	2210 N 5th St
Family Dollar 11399	Other	2002 Last Chance Rd
Family Dollar 7445	Other	1302 Mountain City Hwy
Golden Gate Gas 72	Convenience Store	3600 E Idaho St
Joe's Roadside Market	Grocery Store	485 S 5th St
La Nortena	Grocery Store	524 Front St
Maverik Inc 509	Convenience Store	2520 Mountain City Hwy
Maverik Inc 510	Convenience Store	1111 Idaho St
Our Store	Convenience Store	1015 5th St
Papa Murphy's NV04	Specialty Store	2560 Mountain City Hwy
RALEYS 117	Supermarket	2505 Mountain City Hwy
ROY'S INC	Grocery Store	560 Idaho St
SMITH'S FOOD & DRUG 388	Super Store	1740 Mountain City Hwy
Walmart 2402	Super Store	2944 MOUNTAIN CITY HWY

Post Offices in Elko

3 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Elko Post Office
Elko Post Office
Goin' Postal	1910 Idaho Street

Treatment Centers in Elko

3 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Vitality Center	Substance Abuse	775-738-8004
Vitality Center - Actions of Elko County	Substance Abuse	775-738-8004
Vitality Center - Residential Treatment	Substance Abuse	775-738-8004

DOL Wage Violations in Elko

7 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $30,247 in back wages owed to 36 employees.

Violations

$30,247

Back Wages Owed

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
RAM ENTERPRISE, INC.	—	—	89801	Industrial Building Construction	1	$19,336	$2,148	9
Red Lion Hotel & Casino	—	—	89801	—	2	$3,318	$553	6
Genesis Design and Development, LLC	—	—	89801	—	1	$3,262	$816	4
King Buffet	—	—	89801	—	1	$1,487	$1,487	1
Garibaldi's Restaurant	—	—	89801	—	1	$1,279	$160	8
Ruby Rose Landscape & Tree Service LLC	—	—	89801	—	1	$787	$131	6
Subway	—	Subway	89801	—	1	$778	$389	2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Elko

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
EASTERN NEVADA CATHOLIC PARISH CORPORATION	1035 C ST
ELKO GREATER LIFE CHURCH	685 JUNIPER ST
FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH	1700 STITZEL RD
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD	PO BOX 1326
FOR GOD SO LOVED	1401 SEWELL DR
NORTHEAST BAPTIST ASSOCIATION	521 WALNUT ST
RELIGIOUS SCIENCE CHURCH OF ELKO	PO BOX 636
SACRED LODGE SUNDANCE COMMITTEE	1698 BUCKSKIN DR
ST MARK LUTHERAN CHURCH	277 WILLOW ST
WORLD REVIVAL CENTER	959 SUNRISE DR

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Frequently Asked Questions About Elko

What is the population of Elko?

Elko has a population of 20,624 residents and is located in Nevada. The population density is 1,155 people per square mile, spread across 17.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.7% female and 53.3% male.

Is Elko expensive to live in?

Elko has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $75,630, 1% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $285,400 (1% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,174 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Elko safe?

Elko is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 335 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,573 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Elko receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Elko?

Elko has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.0 inches, with 41.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 23.

How is the job market in Elko?

Elko has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,234. There are 1,413 business establishments in the area, including 165 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 2.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Elko?

The median home value in Elko is $285,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $350,513. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,174. Fair market rent is $1,166 for a 1-bedroom and $1,530 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 62.4%. The average annual property tax is $3,381.

How are the schools in Elko?

Schools in Elko have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 18.9% of adults in Elko hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. 8.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Elko?

The obesity rate in Elko is 37.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.5% of adults are smokers. 26.0% are physically inactive. 21.5% of residents report depression. 14.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 78.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,838.

What is transportation like in Elko?

The average commute in Elko is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 64.2% of workers drive alone to work, 12% use public transit, and 2.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Elko?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Elko is 69.7% White, 1.4% Black or African American, 5.6% Hispanic or Latino, 0.7% Asian. 82.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 17.5% speak Spanish. 5.4% of the population are military veterans. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 90.5% have health insurance coverage.

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