Latest available · Census ACS 5-Year (2024)
What Is the Average Rent in Carson City, Nevada?
City · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in Carson City, Nevada is $1,248/month (±$61), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $453,000 (±$11,997), and the median household income is $72,355/year. The unemployment rate in Carson City, Nevada was 3.8% as of April 2026 (preliminary). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.
Housing Metrics for Carson City, Nevada
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $1,248 |
| Median Home Value | $453,000 |
| Median Household Income | $72,355 |
| Total Housing Units | 23,692 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 8,923 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 38% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 1,773 households |
| Unemployment Rate(April 2026) | 3.8% |
Median Rent by Bedroom Count
| Bedroom | Median Rent | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $887 | +0.0% |
| 1 BR | $995 | +0.0% |
| 2 BR | $1,303 | +0.0% |
| 3 BR | $1,651 | +0.0% |
| 4 BR | $1,818 | +0.0% |
| 5+ BR | $1,125 | +0.0% |
How does Carson City, Nevada compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all cities in Nevada.
Higher rent than 46% of cities in Nevada · 37th of 66
| # | City | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indian Springs CDP | $2,589 |
| 2 | Summerlin South CDP | $2,509 |
| 3 | Topaz Lake CDP | $2,217 |
| … 33 more … | ||
| 37 | Carson City(you are here) | $1,248 |
| … 26 more … | ||
| 64 | Cal-Nev-Ari CDP | $587 |
| 65 | Nixon CDP | $586 |
| 66 | Owyhee CDP | $524 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Carson City, Nevada?
The median gross rent in Carson City, Nevada is $1,248/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in Carson City, Nevada?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Carson City, Nevada is $1,303/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$78. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the median home value in Carson City, Nevada?
The median home value in Carson City, Nevada is $453,000 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in Carson City are rent-burdened?
In Carson City, Nevada, 1,773 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.
What is the median household income in Carson City, Nevada?
The median household income in Carson City, Nevada is $72,355/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?
The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $1,248 has a margin of error of ±$61. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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