Washoe County's 2026 population is estimated at 521,522, reflecting a 1.38% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Washoe County is the 2nd largest county in Nevada. The 2010 population was 421,969 and has grown 23.59% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 39 years
Female: 39.6 years
Male: 38.4 years
There are 394,266 adults, (88,010 of whom are seniors) in Washoe County.
Female: 244,627 (49.2%)
Male: 252,573 (50.8%)
The racial composition of Washoe County includes 62.58% White, 10.48% other race, 5.77% Asian, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 311,168 | 62.58% |
| Two or more races | 82,927 | 16.68% |
| Other race | 52,123 | 10.48% |
| Asian | 28,668 | 5.77% |
| Black or African American | 11,837 | 2.38% |
| Native American | 6,690 | 1.35% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 3,787 | 0.76% |
Washoe County 's average per capita income is $51,996. Household income levels show a median of $88,096. The poverty rate stands at 10.65%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $124,770 | $167,059 |
| Families | $106,432 | $143,629 |
| Households | $88,096 | $120,906 |
| Non Families | $55,882 | $77,938 |
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