How much does it cost to rent in Pahrump, NV?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Pahrump, NV is $1,403. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Pahrump cheaper than other Nevada cities?

Pahrump is among the more affordable cities in Nevada, ranking #14 out of 16 cities at $1,403/mo.

When was Pahrump rent data last updated?

Pahrump rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · NV

Pahrump

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Pop. 47,347·14th most expensive in Nevada·Pahrump rents have dropped 8.5%, currently a renter's market

Median rent (all units)

$1,403/mo

Year-over-Year

-8.5%

Month-over-Month

+4.5%

vs US Median

-$562

Rising (Monthly)

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Pahrump · $1,403

More affordable than 82% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

72/100

Good value

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Rents are 11% below what Pahrump's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,403/mo

Expected by trend

$1,578/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Pahrump's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,065

1 BR

$1,205

2 BR

$1,460

3 BR

$2,005

4 BR+

$2,305

Research median

$1,460/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$16,836/yr

At $1,403/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (-8.5% YoY, +4.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Pahrump, NV is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

47,347

Median income

$62,109

Median age

Renters

20.8%

Age distribution

16.2%

15.4%

20.2%

16.5%

31.7%

Under 1816.2%

18–3415.4%

35–5420.2%

55–6416.5%

65+31.7%

Gender

50.9%

49.1%

Male50.9%

Female49.1%

Race & ethnicity

72.3%

16.9%

White72.3%

Black2.7%

Hispanic16.9%

Asian2%

Other6%

Education (25+)

13.4%

35%

38.2%

13.4%

No HS diploma13.4%

HS diploma35%

Some college38.2%

Bachelor's+13.4%

Housing tenure

79.2%

20.8%

Owner79.2%

Renter20.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2023 vs 2026

How Pahrump, NV has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,251 → $1,403

up 12.2%

Income

$53,743 → $62,109

up 15.6%

Population

42,471 → 47,347

up 11.5%

Renter share

24% → 20.8%

-3.2 pts

Bachelor's+

12.8% → 13.4%

+0.6 pts

Median age

53.9 → 53

-0.9 yrs

Rent in Pahrump, NV has climbed 12.2% since 2023, going from about $1,251 per month to roughly $1,403 today. Household income in the area moved from $53,743 to $62,109 across the same window, up 15.6% versus 2021. Income growth outran rent by about 3.4 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 42,471 to 47,347 between 2021 and 2024, a 11.5% change. About 20.8% of households rent today, against 24% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Pahrump, NV look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Pahrump on your salary?

At $1,403/mo, how Pahrump rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $91,646/yr · Rent = 18.4% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $65,068/yr · Rent = 25.9% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $74,952/yr · Rent = 22.5% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $133,967/yr · Rent = 12.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $171,176/yr · Rent = 9.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,926/yr · Rent = 27.6% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $55,009/yr · Rent = 30.6% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $67,803/yr · Rent = 24.8% income

affordable

By apartment size

Pahrump rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Pahrump. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Pahrump, NV

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Pahrump is $1,403/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,065/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,460/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,205/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,005/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($62,109/yr), Pahrump ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 8.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Pahrump an affordable city for renters?

Pahrump is considered affordable for renters. At $1,403/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($62,109/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Pahrump falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Pahrump?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $56,000/year (~$27/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,403/mo in Pahrump. The local median household income is $62,109/yr, meaning the typical Pahrump household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Pahrump?

Rent in Pahrump has decreased 8.5% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Pahrump neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Pahrump are 89048 ($1,335/mo), and 89061 ($1,842/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Pahrump is $1,403/mo.

How does Pahrump rent compare to other cities in Nevada?

Pahrump is one of the more affordable cities in Nevada for rent, ranking #14 out of 16 tracked cities at $1,403/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Pahrump?

Barstow is nearby and more affordable at $1,322/mo, which is $81 less than Pahrump.

What percentage of Pahrump residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 20.8% of Pahrump households are renters, while 79.2% are owner-occupied. Pahrump leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.