Lander County's 2026 population is estimated at 5,737, reflecting a -0.42% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Lander County is the 12th largest county in Nevada. The 2010 population was 5,795 and has grown -1% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 37.6 years
Female: 41.4 years
Male: 34 years
There are 4,179 adults, (849 of whom are seniors) in Lander County.
Female: 2,575 (44.6%)
Male: 3,195 (55.4%)
The racial composition of Lander County includes 77.64% White, 3.48% other race, 3.22% Native American, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 4,480 | 77.64% |
| Two or more races | 796 | 13.8% |
| Other race | 201 | 3.48% |
| Native American | 186 | 3.22% |
| Black or African American | 71 | 1.23% |
| Asian | 36 | 0.62% |
Lander County 's average per capita income is $61,582. Household income levels show a median of $89,014. The poverty rate stands at 10.74%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $94,813 | - |
| Families | $91,629 | $107,372 |
| Households | $89,014 | $98,747 |
| Non Families | $65,722 | $65,810 |
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