What are the schools like in Winnemucca, NV?

Winnemucca is served primarily by Humboldt. The district operates 8 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 3 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 18.6:1.

What is the median household income in Winnemucca?

The median household income in Winnemucca, NV is $78,161 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.4%.

What is the weather like in Winnemucca, NV?

Winnemucca has an average high temperature of 41.6°F in January and 92.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 21.6 inches.

Winnemucca, NV Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Winnemucca, NV affordable or expensive?

Winnemucca's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Winnemucca is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $280,200 and the median rent is $899 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Winnemucca, NV?

Winnemucca has a violent crime rate of 693.8 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1326.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Winnemucca, NV a Good Place to Live?

Winnemucca is a small town of 8,354 in Nevada, with a median household income of $78,161 and a 4.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: Winnemucca stands out for solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Winnemucca is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Winnemucca city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 97.0

Winnemucca's overall cost of living index is 97.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Winnemucca costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	Winnemucca, NV	National Avg
Median Home Value	$280,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$899	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	56.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$78,161	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Winnemucca's violent crime rate is 693.8 per 100,000 residents — 83% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

693.8 /100k

Property Crime

1326.7 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Winnemucca is served primarily by Humboldt. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18.6:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Winnemucca, NV	National Avg
School District	Humboldt	—
Elementary Schools	8	—
Middle Schools	3	—
High Schools	3	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	18.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	32.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	86.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Winnemucca sees average highs of 41.6°F in January and 92.2°F in July, with 8.5 inches of annual precipitation and 21.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Winnemucca, NV
Average High — January	41.6°F
Average High — July	92.2°F
Annual Precipitation	8.5"
Annual Snowfall	21.6"

Demographics

Metric	Winnemucca, NV	National Avg
Population	8,354	—
Median Age	33.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	74.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	17.8%	18.9%
Asian	2.2%	6.3%
Under 18	27.0%	22.2%
65 and over	15.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Grass Valley, NV 12 mi Golconda, NV 12 mi Imlay, NV 30 mi Valmy, NV 33 mi Paradise Valley, NV 37 mi

Winnemucca vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Winnemucca, NV affordable or expensive?

Winnemucca's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Winnemucca roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $280,200 and median rent is $899/month.

What is the crime rate in Winnemucca, NV?

Winnemucca's violent crime rate is 693.8 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1326.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Winnemucca?

Public schools in Winnemucca are operated by Humboldt. The district has 8 elementary, 3 middle, and 3 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18.6:1. 32.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Winnemucca, NV a good place to live?

Winnemucca, NV has a population of 8,354, a median household income of $78,161, and an unemployment rate of 4.4%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Winnemucca?

Winnemucca averages 41.6°F in January and 92.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 8.5 inches with about 21.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Winnemucca?

The population of Winnemucca, Nevada is 8,354 with a median age of 33.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Winnemucca?

Key numbers for living in Winnemucca: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $280,200, median household income $78,161, crime index 135 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Winnemucca side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.