Special Interest
Housing in Elko County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Elko County averages $1,164/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Nevada median of $1,597 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 24% of household income on rent, below the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Elko County FMR Area are $1,116 for a studio, $1,234 for 1‑bedroom, $1,619 for 2‑bedroom, $2,045 for 3‑bedroom, and $2,716 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $455 increase for a 2-bedroom in Elko County shows a 39% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Elko County was 4.1% in 2024, compared to Nevada at 5.6% and the national rate of 4.0%.
