RANK #564 / 996 · POP 58,249 · NV
PROJECTED GROWTH: +0.5%
Nevada's capital, Carson City, is often recognized for its unique position as a consolidated city-county, offering a blend of civic life and natural beauty. Located in Eagle Valley, on the eastern edge of the Sierra Nevada, it sits about 30 miles south of Reno. The commute to Reno typically takes 30 to 45 minutes. The community maintains a small-town feel despite its capital status. Residents have access to extensive outdoor recreation, including hiking and biking trails in the Sierra foothills and at Prison Hill Recreation Area, fishing in the Carson River, and winter sports a short drive away at Lake Tahoe.
Carson City offers a quality of life that attracts families, retirees, and remote workers. The Carson City School District includes above-average public schools. The economy is driven by state government, healthcare, education, and retail. Manufacturing is also a significant sector, with Carson City having a notable concentration of light industry. The city's economic development efforts have focused on diversification into areas like clean energy and advanced manufacturing. Public transit options include local bus services and a commuter bus to Reno.
Above national median (4.7x)
Well below national median
Above national median (13x)
Housing is fairly valued at 5.5x relative to local economic output. Climate and geography support a structural premium. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Redwood Materials Nevada Campus Expansion
Redwood Materials
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$2,000M | Under Construction |
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Winston Solar & Battery Storage Facility (400 MW solar + BESS)
Winston FC Solar LLC (EDF)
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$400M | Under Construction |
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Google Data Center Campuses Expansion (Storey and Clark counties)
Google
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$400M | Under Construction |
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The Marlette (140-unit multifamily development)
Kingsbarn Capital & Development / Neeser Construction
|
$50M | Completed |
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Carson City Townhome Development (51 units)
NV Capital Corporation
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$50M | Planned |
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New City Hall
Carson City (in negotiation with Hop & Mae Adams Foundation)
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$50M | Proposed |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Carson City has a Boom Town Index score of 43/100, ranking #564 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +1.8% and a median household income of $67,465, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Carson City is $390,800 with median rent at $1,127/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.1726, which is less affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +0.5% year-over-year. Job growth: +1.8%. Home values changed +0.6% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 5.21% of Carson City's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.