Mineral County, Nevada: Demographic & Economic Analysis (2025)

Based on current census data and economic projections from the Nevada Governor's Office of Economic Development, Mineral County maintains a unique demographic profile with a strong reliance on government and local services.

Economic Summary & GRP (GNP Equivalent)

In regional economics, Gross Regional Product (GRP) is the county-level equivalent of a nation's Gross National Product (GNP). It represents the total market value of all final goods and services produced within the county.

Key Economic Metric 2024/2025 ValueGross Regional Product (GRP) $186.57 Million

Median Household Income $50,584 Per Capita Income $26,359

Unemployment Rate (Aug 2025) 9.66%
Total Labor Force~1,170
Demographic Profile Mineral County has a projected population of 4,475 for 2024, showing a slight decline (-1.7%) since the 2020 census.Diversity: The county is significantly more diverse than many other rural Nevada counties.

While the White (Non-Hispanic) population makes up approximately 56.5%, there is a substantial American Indian presence at 15.9% and a growing Hispanic/Latino community at 18.2%.

Aging Population: The median age is approximately 41.9 years. The "65 and Over" cohort is the fastest-growing segment, now representing 27% of the population, which is significantly higher than the national average.

Education: Approximately 90.7% of residents are high school graduates, though only 11.5% hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Largest Industries by Employment. The county's economic output (GRP) is primarily driven by three sectors:

Local Government (Excluding Education/Hospitals)

Education and Hospitals (Local Government)

Traveler Accommodation (Tourism/Service)

The presence of the Hawthorne Army Depot remains a critical component of the regional economy, influencing both employment and local government operations.