Special Interest
Housing in Storey County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Storey County averages $1,153/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 38% of household income on rent, above the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Storey County FMR Area are $1,404 for a studio, $1,621 for 1‑bedroom, $2,036 for 2‑bedroom, $2,764 for 3‑bedroom, and $3,211 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $883 increase for a 2-bedroom in Storey County shows a 77% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Storey County was 6.0% in 2024, compared to Nevada at 5.6% and the national rate of 4.0%.
