Median Income
$58,560
22% lower than US avg
Home Value
$283,400
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,152
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.3%
17% lower than US avg
How Pahrump Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population45,811
Median Age53.4 yrs
Density139/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Economy
B+
Median Income$58,560
Per Capita$32,553
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$195,936M
Commute29 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$283,400
Rent$1,152
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$364,944
Health
Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain26.4 in/yr
Elevation2,631 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+86.0%
School Score4.96
Community
2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute29 min
EV Stations3
Libraries33
Is Pahrump a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Pahrump receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Pahrump offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Pahrump is $58,560, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Pahrump is $283,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,152 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.
Climate & Weather
Pahrump experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.4 inches, including 100.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Pahrump has a population of 45,811 with a density of 139 people per square mile. The median age is 53.4 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.9%), with 2.9% Hispanic, 2.4% Black.
Population
53.4yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 88.3% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Spanish | 11.7% |
| 13% below US avg |
The median household income in Pahrump is $58,560, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $58,560 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,553 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,250 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $90,013 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.3% |
| 17% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 65,312 |
| County GDP | $195,936M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 5,618 |
| Healthcare | 6,718 |
| Retail | 6,464 |
| Manufacturing | 1,183 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,411 |
| 55% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.91% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.2 min |
| Work from Home | 10.7% |
The median home value in Pahrump is $283,400, 1% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,152 (1% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $364,944.
Home Values
| Census Median | $283,400 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $364,944 |
| Median List Price | $399,999 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $399,999 |
| $/Sq Ft | $198 |
| Homes Sold | 41 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.6% |
| Price Drops | 21.3% |
| Inventory | 348 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,152 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,534 |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,411 |
| 55% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.91% |
In Pahrump, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Pahrump vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.7% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.7% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 7.9% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.8% |
| Depression | 23.5% |
| Mental Distress | 21.4% |
| Physical Distress | 16.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,618/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6,718 |
Crime Rates: Pahrump vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 236 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Pahrump has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
33°F Jan (0°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 47.0°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 26.4 inches |
| 31% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 100.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,631 ft (802 m) |
| Area | 328.8 sq mi (851.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 139/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.2240°N, 115.9967°W |
| County FIPS | 32003 |