Reno Metro Area, NV Local Data & Statistics

State: NV

Total population: 563,020 Household income: $87,485 Rent: $1,592

Overview

Total population

563,020

Rent

$1,592

Year built

1992

Household income

$87,485

Per capita income

$47,688

Poverty rate

10.7%

Unemployment rate

4.8%

Household size

2.5 persons

Rent over 30% of income

49.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Total population

563,020

Adults over 25

399,423

Total households

224,933

Household size

2.5 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$87,485

Per capita income

$47,688

Poverty rate

10.7%

Unemployment rate

4.8%

Rent over 30% of income

49.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,592

Year built

1992

Households that rent

38.1%

Households that own

61.9%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.3

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

64%

Black

2.3%

Asian

5.2%

Two or more races

16.4%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

25.3%

Not Hispanic or Latino

74.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

87.8%

Commute time to work

23 mins

Work from home

12.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

32.7%

High school graduate or GED

24.5%

Some college or associate degree

10.6%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

32.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Reno Metro Area, NV with: Nevada United States

Reno Metro Area

Total population563,020

Rent$1,592

Year built1992

Household income$87,485

Per capita income$47,688

Poverty rate10.7%

Unemployment rate4.8%

Nevada State

Total population3,184,612

Rent$1,597

Year built1996

Household income$78,260

Per capita income$41,354

Poverty rate12.4%

Unemployment rate5.6%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	Metro AreaReno Metro Area	StateNevada	CountryUnited States
Total population	563,020	3,184,612	334,922,499
Rent	$1,592	$1,597	$1,413
Year built	1992	1996	1980
Household income	$87,485	$78,260	$80,734
Per capita income	$47,688	$41,354	$44,673
Poverty rate	10.7%	12.4%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	4.8%	5.6%	4%

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Summary for Reno Metro Area, NV

Reno metro area is located in NV.

Rent & Income

The typical monthly rent in this metro area is $1,592, while the typical household income is $87,485. Rent in this metro area is similar to Nevada and higher than the U.S., and household income is higher than both Nevada and the U.S.

Housing & Affordability

This metro area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 38.1% of households. About 49.3% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating a high cost burden. The poverty rate is about 10.7%, which is lower than both Nevada and the national rate.

Education & Employment

The local unemployment rate is about 4.8%, which is lower than the Nevada rate and higher than the national rate.

Reno Metro Area, NV — Rent vs Household Income

Reno Metro Area, NV — Poverty vs Unemployment

💰 Rent in Reno Metro Area, NV (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,592 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Reno Metro Area, NV

Annual Household Income: $87,485

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Reno Metro Area, NV

Estimated Rate: 10.7%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Reno Metro Area, NV

In Reno Metro Area, NV, households that rent: 85,601 (38.1%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	85,601	38.1%
Owner-Occupied	139,332	61.9%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Reno Metro Area, NV

In Reno Metro Area, NV, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 42,185 (49.3%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	42,185	49.3%
Other renter households	43,416	50.7%
Total renter households	85,601	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Reno Metro Area, NV

Less than High School: 130,621 people (32.7%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 97,873 people (24.5%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 42,147 people (10.6%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 128,782 people (32.2%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 399,423

📊 Unemployment Rate in Reno Metro Area, NV

Estimated Rate: 4.8%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.