Humboldt County's 2026 population is estimated at 17,028, reflecting a -0.26% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Humboldt County is the 9th largest county in Nevada. The 2010 population was 16,580 and has grown 2.7% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 37.7 years
Female: 38.4 years
Male: 37.5 years
There are 12,727 adults, (2,859 of whom are seniors) in Humboldt County.
Female: 8,166 (47.2%)
Male: 9,123 (52.8%)
The racial composition of Humboldt County includes 68.43% White, 9.83% other race, 3.2% Native American, and smaller percentages for Asian, Black or African American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 11,831 | 68.43% |
| Two or more races | 2,772 | 16.03% |
| Other race | 1,700 | 9.83% |
| Native American | 553 | 3.2% |
| Asian | 265 | 1.53% |
| Black or African American | 143 | 0.83% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 25 | 0.14% |
Humboldt County 's average per capita income is $55,417. Household income levels show a median of $81,073. The poverty rate stands at 10.63%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $105,385 | - |
| Families | $91,025 | $106,137 |
| Households | $81,073 | $91,890 |
| Non Families | $50,061 | $61,035 |
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