Average Rent in Lander County, NV↓ Rents falling 4.5% YoY
HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 5,745
Market Overview
Lander County, NV has rental prices ranging from $807/month to $1,861/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $845/month — 40% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $84,474/year, spending $845/month on a 1-bedroom represents 12% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Lander County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,108/month, Lander County ranks #14 most expensive of the 16 cities tracked in Nevada — pricier than 76% of all US cities in our data.
The Lander County Rental Market
The Lander County, NV area has a population of about 5,745 and 33% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.
Rent Trends
2-bedroom rents in Lander County, NV have fallen by $52/month (4.5%) over the past year, from $1,160 to $1,108. This slight decline is consistent with broader market corrections seen across US rental markets.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Lander County, NV without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $33,800. The local median household income of $84,474 exceeds that threshold by $50,674, making Lander County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Lander County, NV has an unemployment rate of 4.1%, 0.2 percentage points above the national average of 3.9%. A higher unemployment rate can moderate rental demand over time, which may help keep rent growth in check compared to tighter job markets.
Fair Market Rents
HUD FY2025Is Lander County, NV Affordable?
Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.
Affordability Index(30% income rule)
Nearby Cities in NVlargest metros in the state
| City | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas | $1,316 | $1,476 | $1,750 | $2,452 | — |
| Reno | $1,181 | $1,370 | $1,722 | $2,384 | — |
| Lyon County | $1,062 | $1,069 | $1,249 | $1,750 | — |
| Carson City | $1,021 | $1,148 | $1,467 | $2,056 | — |
| Elko County | $988 | $1,098 | $1,441 | $1,821 | — |
| Nye County | $837 | $950 | $1,150 | $1,581 | — |
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