Acreage & Horse Buyers
- The Calvada grid and rural parcels
- Confirm zoning for animals and outbuildings with Nye County
- Many parcels have no HOA
- Verify water before you buy
Pahrump, Nevada
Pahrump Homes For Sale
Nevada's #1 team for Pahrump real estate. Search homes for sale across the Pahrump Valley — Mountain Falls, Artesia, the Calvada acreage grid, horse property and new Taylor Morrison homes, about an hour west of Las Vegas.
MEDIAN LIST PRICE
$340K
NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data via Repliers, as of October 16, 2026
DAYS ON MARKET
37
NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data via Repliers, as of October 16, 2026
TO THE STRIP
70–75 min
About 58 miles via SR-160
RESIDENTS
47,347
U.S. Census ACS 2020–2024, Pahrump CDP
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KEY TAKEAWAYS
What Should You Know About Pahrump at a Glance?
Pahrump is Nye County’s largest community, with about 47,347 residents per the U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 and a median list price of $340,000 in October 2026 per NREG’s MLS analysis. It sits about 58 miles west of the Las Vegas Strip, and single-family homes that closed in July 2026 sold for a median $365,000 after a median 51 days on market.
- Population: about 47,347 in the Pahrump CDP (Census ACS 2020–2024); Nevada’s Governor-certified 2025 estimate puts the unincorporated town at 43,690.
- Prices: a $340,000 median list price in October 2026 for listings priced $100,000 and up, land included. July 2026 median sold price: $365,000, versus $480,000 in the city of Las Vegas.
- Best for: retirees, horse and acreage buyers, remote workers and Las Vegas households trading a shorter commute for land.
- Neighborhoods: Mountain Falls for golf and new Taylor Morrison homes; Artesia for larger homes; the Calvada grid for acreage; Desert Greens for 55+ manufactured homes.
- Know before you buy: new domestic wells in the Pahrump basin require relinquishing two acre-feet of water rights under State Engineer Order 1293A.
Last updated September 2026 · Sources: NREG’s MLS analysis, U.S. Census ACS 2020–2024, Nye County Water District — Order 1293
Where Can I Find Pahrump Homes for Sale?
Pahrump had 873 active listings priced $100,000 and up in October 2026, per NREG’s MLS analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data — a count that includes land parcels as well as homes. Listings appear below, refreshed throughout the day, and every Pahrump property in the MLS feed is searchable in our live portal.
Homes for sale in Pahrump
- 4621 Honey Locust Drive, Pahrump 89061 — $449,999 · 4 bd · 2.75 ba · 2,114 sq ft · Courtesy of Real Broker LLC
- 70 Steptoe Street, Pahrump 89048 — $183,000 · 2 bd · 1.5 ba · 960 sq ft · Courtesy of Classic Realty Group Inc
- 2610 Banyon Street, Pahrump 89048 — $549,900 · 4 bd · 3 ba · 2,603 sq ft · Courtesy of The Ridge Realty Group
- 2140 Upland Avenue, Pahrump 89048 — $437,900 · 3 bd · 2 ba · 2,001 sq ft · Active Under Contract · Courtesy of 775 Realty
- 5411 Fernwood Court, Pahrump 89061 — $449,976 · 3 bd · 2.25 ba · 2,057 sq ft · Courtesy of Nevada Realty
- 1931 W Carrol Street, Pahrump 89060 — $269,985 · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,114 sq ft · Courtesy of Nevada Realty
- 6651 Raintree Court, Pahrump 89061 — $435,000 · 3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,604 sq ft · Courtesy of Freedom House Property Mgmt
- 4015 E Cactus Canyon Drive, Pahrump 89061 — $349,000 · 3 bd · 1.75 ba · 1,780 sq ft · Courtesy of eXp Realty
- 661 Fangio Lane, Pahrump 89060 — $439,999 · 3 bd · 2 ba · 2,101 sq ft · Courtesy of Wardley Real Estate
- 1931 S Chablis, Pahrump 89048 — $380,000 · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,852 sq ft · Courtesy of Top Dog Real Estate
- 201 Jewell Drive, Pahrump 89048 — $315,000 · 4 bd · 2 ba · 1,980 sq ft · Courtesy of Nevada Realty
- 4845 Bientian Way, Pahrump 89061 — $460,000 · 4 bd · 4 ba · 2,676 sq ft · Active Under Contract · Courtesy of Simply Vegas
- 3610 S Underbrush Avenue, Pahrump 89048 — $355,000 · 4 bd · 3 ba · 2,164 sq ft · Courtesy of Key Realty
- 3490 E Savoy Boulevard, Pahrump 89061 — $160,000 · 2 bd · 1.75 ba · 938 sq ft · Courtesy of Access Realty
- 4761 Leone Avenue, Pahrump 89061 — $305,000 · 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,546 sq ft · Courtesy of Simply Vegas
- 3543 E Marathon Drive, Pahrump 89061 — $328,000 · 2 bd · 1.75 ba · 1,540 sq ft · Courtesy of The Ridge Realty Group
- 6821 Southgate Street, Pahrump 89061 — $389,900 · 3 bd · 1.75 ba · 2,570 sq ft · Courtesy of Access Realty
- 4164 E Cactus Canyon Drive, Pahrump 89061 — $399,999 · 3 bd · 2 ba · 2,046 sq ft · Courtesy of LIFE Realty District
- 4160 Brusca Way, Pahrump 89061 — $325,000 · 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,461 sq ft · Courtesy of Realty ONE Group, Inc
- 6720 Stubblefield Drive, Pahrump 89061 — $485,000 · 5 bd · 3 ba · 2,363 sq ft · Courtesy of Nevada Realty
- 940 Indian Road, Pahrump 89048 — $360,000 · 3 bd · 1.75 ba · 1,704 sq ft · Courtesy of Galindo Group Real Estate
- 4110 E Brusca Way, Pahrump 89061 — $294,990 · 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,345 sq ft · Courtesy of Real Estate Consultants of Nv
- 4841 E Stoneham Street, Pahrump 89061 — $589,900 · 4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,329 sq ft · Courtesy of Nevada Realty
- 4970 Honey Locust Drive, Pahrump 89061 — $375,000 · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,685 sq ft · Courtesy of BHHS Nevada Properties
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Listing information is provided through the MLS Internet Data Exchange program and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Inventory checked Oct 16, 2026, 11:26 AM Pacific; availability and prices may change.
PRICE DISTRIBUTION
How Many Pahrump Listings Are in Each Price Range?
The Pahrump median list price was $340,000 in October 2026 for listings priced $100,000 and up, per NREG’s MLS analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data. Each card shows the live count of active listings in that range — land parcels included — so you can gauge competition in your budget.
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How Can You Find a Pahrump Home by Neighborhood & Price?
Pahrump had 873 active listings priced $100,000 and up in October 2026, land included — across Mountain Falls, Artesia, the Calvada grid and many parcels outside any subdivision. The links below open neighborhood guides or our live MLS search, with counts from NREG’s MLS analysis data.
Which Pahrump Neighborhoods Should You Explore?
Mountain Falls and Artesia have their own guides (and Ovation at Mountain Falls 55+ is in the A–Z index). Counts are active MLS listings recorded under that subdivision name on Sept. 26, 2026 (all prices, lots included); price ranges cover homes among the newest listings.
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School planning
Which Schools Serve a Pahrump Address?
Ask the district for the address-specific school assignment for the enrollment year, since boundaries change, and confirm it before you buy. Proximity to a school does not guarantee admission; charter, magnet and private schools set their own rules. Find your school district · Nevada Report Card
CRIME DATA
How Can You Check Reported Crime Near a Home?
Ask the law-enforcement agency that serves the address for its current reports, and compare places only across the same reporting period, boundary and offense definitions. Missing records do not mean zero crime, the FBI cautions against ranking communities on crime totals alone, and a citywide figure does not describe a particular street.
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Living In
What's It Like Living in Pahrump, NV?
The Answer
Pahrump offers what the Las Vegas Valley rarely does: larger lots, room for animals and shops, and a July 2026 median sold price of $365,000. The Pahrump census-designated place is an unincorporated town governed by Nye County; wells and septic systems are common, and the trade-off is a drive of about an hour or more to Las Vegas over Mountain Springs pass.
What is Pahrump known for?
Acreage living and horse property, the Mountain Falls golf community, Pahrump Valley Winery, and its location between Las Vegas and Death Valley National Park.
Who should live in Pahrump?
Retirees, horse and hobby-shop owners, remote workers who want quiet, and buyers who value land over a short commute to Las Vegas.
What is daily life like?
Errands along the SR-160 corridor, school runs inside the valley, and trips to Las Vegas for specialist care, big-box shopping and the airport. The mean commute is 29.8 minutes (Census ACS 2020–2024).
Location
Where Is Pahrump
Pahrump fills a high-desert valley in Nye County at about 2,700 feet, about 58 miles west of the Las Vegas Strip via SR-160 over Mountain Springs pass, with the Spring Mountains to the east. Drive times are OSRM routing estimates without traffic.
SW Las Vegas
60
Min
The Strip
75
Min
Furnace Creek (Death Valley)
75
Min
Red Rock Canyon
60
Min
Ash Meadows
35
Min
Pahrump
At a Glance$340,000
Median List Price
873
Active Listings ($100K+, land included)
$365,000
Median Sold Price (Jul 2026)
37
Days on Market
- Population
- 47,347 (ACS 2020–2024)
- County
- Nye (not Clark)
- Elevation
- ~2,700 ft
- ZIP Codes
- 89048, 89060, 89061
- Golf Courses
- Mountain Falls, Lakeview Executive
- Schools
- Nye County School District
- Hospital
- Desert View Hospital (25 beds)
- Water
- Wells common; State Engineer Order 1293A
- Government
- Unincorporated town (Nye County)
- To the Strip
- about 58 miles via SR-160
Quick Answer
Is Pahrump a good place to live?
For the right buyer, yes. Pahrump offers larger lots, room for animals and shops, and a July 2026 median sold price of $365,000 against $480,000 in the city of Las Vegas. The trade-offs are an hour-plus drive to Las Vegas over Mountain Springs pass, thinner healthcare and retail, and well and water-rights diligence on many parcels.
Source: NREG’s Pahrump market report
Census Housing Data / Pahrump
What Does the Census Show About Housing in Pahrump?
According to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey, the tiles below compare housing and population figures for Pahrump and its surrounding area with the wider county. Each tile's label names the area it covers.
These are housing and population counts only. We don't describe who lives in a neighborhood or suggest which buyers it suits. Compare homes by their features, location, HOA terms and total cost, and use the Census source for the full tables.
47,347
vs Clark Co 2,329,548
$310,300
vs Clark Co $431,000
79.2%
vs Clark Co 57.8%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates (Pahrump CDP and Clark County) · Updated
POPULATION & GROWTH
How Fast Is Pahrump Growing?
The Census Bureau counted 24,631 people in the Pahrump CDP in 2000, 36,441 in 2010 and 44,738 in 2020; its 2020–2024 survey estimate is 47,347. Nye County reached an estimated 57,336 in 2025.
47,347Pahrump CDP, ACS 2020–2024
+23%Growth 2010 → 2020 (Census)
57,336Nye County, 2025 estimate
Pahrump CDP population, 2000 Census to the 2020–2024 ACS
Growth here comes mostly from individual homes on long-platted parcels plus a few subdivisions such as Mountain Falls. The constraint to watch is water: under State Engineer Order 1293A, a new domestic well in the Pahrump basin requires relinquishing two acre-feet of water rights.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 and Census Bureau 2025 population estimates. 2000–2020 figures are decennial census counts for the Pahrump CDP. Updated Sept. 26, 2026.
MARKET TRENDS · LAST 12 MONTHS
How Is the Pahrump Real Estate Market Trending?
Median sold price, median days on market and closed sales for single-family homes in Pahrump, by settled month from August 2025 to July 2026, from NREG’s Pahrump market report (Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data via Repliers). A month is added about six weeks after it ends. September 2025 (14 sales) and January 2026 (68) are known MLS feed artifacts — read them as outliers.
Median Sold Price
$365,000 in July 2026 · −5.7% vs July 2025
Source: NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data via Repliers
Median Days on Market
51 days in July 2026 · 18 days slower than July 2025
Source: NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data via Repliers
Closed Sales per Month
67 in July 2026 · +31.4% vs July 2025
Source: NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data via Repliers
The long view: the median sold price in Pahrump rose 180% between 2015 ($119,950) and 2024 ($335,490), across 7,995 recorded closings — Las Vegas REALTORS MLS records via Repliers.
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Market Competitiveness
How Competitive Is Pahrump Right Now?
Pahrump favors buyers right now. Single-family homes that closed in July 2026 took a median 51 days to go under contract — 18 days slower than a year earlier — per NREG’s Pahrump market report. Pahrump had 873 active listings priced $100,000 and up in October 2026, land included, against roughly 49 single-family closings a month over the past year (outlier months excluded) — about 17 months of sales. Land parcels are part of that count, but even if a third of the listings were land, as in a 12-listing sample on Sept. 26, supply would be close to a year of sales, well above the roughly six months usually called balanced.
- 51 daysMedian days on market (July 2026 closings)
- $365,000Median sold price (July 2026)
- 67Homes sold in July 2026
- 873Active listings (October 2026)
Before You Buy
What Should You Compare Before Buying a Home in Pahrump?
Compare individual homes by the features, services, and total ownership costs that matter to you. The points below can help structure your property research before you make an offer.
Which Pahrump Neighborhoods Fit Your Buyer Type?
First-Time & Value Buyers
- July 2026 median sold price $365,000
- Taylor Morrison’s Vivere from $325,990
- USDA’s map currently excludes Pahrump
- FHA and VA work at these prices
Remote Workers
- Room for shops and home offices
- Check broadband for the address on the FCC map
- Las Vegas about an hour away
- Quiet, dark nights
Golf & Master-Plan Buyers
- Mountain Falls golf course
- HOA-maintained master plan
- New Taylor Morrison homes
- ZIP 89061
Las Vegas Equity Movers
- July 2026 median sold: $365,000 vs $480,000 in the city of Las Vegas
- Trade a shorter commute for land
- Test the SR-160 drive first
- Our team handles both sides of the move
Best Fit For
- Horse and animal owners — acreage parcels — confirm zoning with Nye County.
- Workshop, RV and toy owners — many parcels have no HOA; check any CC&Rs.
- Remote workers — land and quiet with Las Vegas about an hour away.
- Value buyers — a July 2026 median sold price of $365,000.
- Las Vegas equity movers — sell in the valley and buy land here.
Ready to explore homes in Pahrump? Our team knows the valley’s neighborhoods, well-and-septic diligence and builder releases.
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- July 2026 median sold price $365,000, below the city of Las Vegas’s $480,000
- Many parcels of an acre or more; many have no HOA
- New Taylor Morrison homes at Mountain Falls, including a 55+ community
- Zero Nevada state income tax
- A 3% yearly cap on a primary residence’s tax bill once the owner claims it (NRS 361.4723)
- Death Valley, Ash Meadows and the Spring Mountains within reach
Honest Considerations
- About an hour or more to Las Vegas over Mountain Springs pass
- Wells and water rights need real diligence — new domestic wells require a two-acre-foot relinquishment (Order 1293A)
- Healthcare is thinner: Desert View Hospital locally, specialists in Las Vegas
- A slower market: July 2026 closings took a median 51 days to go under contract
- School assignment depends on the address — confirm with the Nye County School District
Neighborhood Comparison
How Do Pahrump’s Best-Known Neighborhoods Compare?
A snapshot from active MLS listings on Sept. 26, 2026, found by subdivision name in our listings feed (NREG’s MLS analysis). Counts include all prices and land; price ranges cover homes among each neighborhood’s newest listings. Neighborhood medians are not shown because the samples mix homes and land.
| Submarket | Median Price | $ / Sq Ft | Days on Market | Active Listings | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Falls | — | — | — | 60 | Golf · HOA · New construction |
| Artesia | — | — | — | 54 | Larger homes · Lots |
| Calvada Valley & Meadows | — | — | — | 922 | Acreage · Mostly land |
| Desert Greens (55+) | — | — | — | — | 55+ · Gated · Manufactured homes |
Source: NREG’s MLS analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data via Repliers, Sept. 26, 2026; builder prices from taylormorrison.com the same day.
Neighborhood Deep Dive
What’s Inside Pahrump’s Best-Known Neighborhoods?
Submarket 1
Mountain Falls
The golf-course master plan in south Pahrump (ZIP 89061). Homes among its 12 newest listings on Sept. 26, 2026 ran $279,500 to $499,000, built 2008–2026; Taylor Morrison sells Vivere from $325,990 and Ovation 55+ from $269,990.
Browse Mountain Falls homes →—Median Price
—Days on Market
60Active Listings
—Price / Sq Ft
Submarket 2
Artesia
A south-valley subdivision in ZIP 89061. Among its 12 newest listings on Sept. 26, 2026, homes ran $354,900 to $629,000 and lots $79,000 to $105,000.
Browse Artesia homes →—Median Price
—Days on Market
54Active Listings
—Price / Sq Ft
Submarket 3
Calvada Valley & Meadows
The long-platted Calvada grid in central and north Pahrump (ZIPs 89048 and 89060). Most of its 922 listings on Sept. 26, 2026 were land; homes among the newest ran $285,000 to $699,999.
Browse Calvada Valley & Meadows homes →—Median Price
—Days on Market
922Active Listings
—Price / Sq Ft
Submarket 4
Desert Greens (55+)
A gated 55+ community of manufactured homes on owned lots at 350 W Wilson Rd. Verify the age restriction, dues and ownership structure on any listing.
Browse Desert Greens (55+) homes →—Median Price
—Days on Market
—Active Listings
—Price / Sq Ft
Submarket 5
Custom & On-Your-Lot Pahrump
Much of Pahrump was built one home at a time on individual parcels. If you buy land, confirm the water source first: a new domestic well needs two acre-feet of relinquished water rights under State Engineer Order 1293A.
Browse Custom & On-Your-Lot Pahrump homes →2 AFRelinquishment for a new well
2 AF/yrDomestic well limit
922Calvada listings (mostly land)
3Pahrump ZIP codes
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BY ZIP CODE
What Does the Pahrump Market Look Like by ZIP Code?
Pahrump spans three ZIP codes: 89048 in the center of the valley, 89060 to the north, and 89061 to the south, home to Mountain Falls and Artesia. NREG’s market report publishes Pahrump as one market, so the table gives town-wide figures and where each ZIP’s best-known neighborhoods sit.
| ZIP | Primary Area | Median Price | $ / Sq Ft | Days on Market | Active | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89048 | Central valley · Calvada Valley · Desert View Hospital | — | — | — | — | — |
| 89060 | North valley · Calvada Meadows · Riverstone · Petrack Park | — | — | — | — | — |
| 89061 | South valley · Mountain Falls · Artesia | — | — | — | — | — |
| All | Pahrump (town-wide) | $365,000 | — | 51 | 856 | −5.7% |
Source: NREG’s MLS analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data via Repliers — single-family homes, July 2026 settled month; the last column is the change from July 2025. Neighborhood ZIPs from the Sept. 26, 2026 listings and Taylor Morrison’s Mountain Falls sales office address.
New Construction
Who Is Building New Homes in Pahrump?
Taylor Morrison is the national builder selling at Mountain Falls, with Vivere for all ages and Ovation for buyers 55 and older (taylormorrison.com, checked September 26, 2026). D.R. Horton has built Riverstone in north Pahrump under its Express Homes brand, and Burson Ranch was developed by Beazer Homes under a 2017 Nye County development agreement; both builders’ pages now redirect to general search pages, so confirm availability with them. Custom builders also build on individual lots — verify water before you buy one.
Single-story homes, all ages
Taylor Morrison — Vivere at Mountain Falls
Plans 1,724–2,050 sq ft; prices from taylormorrison.com, Sept. 26, 2026
Active adult (55+)
Taylor Morrison — Ovation at Mountain Falls 55+
Prices from taylormorrison.com, Sept. 26, 2026
Riverstone, north Pahrump
D.R. Horton (Express Homes)
Builder page now redirects to its Pahrump search
Outdoor Recreation
What Outdoor Amenities Does Pahrump Offer?
High-desert valley living at about 2,700 feet: Death Valley National Park, the largest national park in the lower 48, is about 60 miles west by road, and the Spring Mountains rise to the east.
75 MIN W
Death Valley National Park
3.4M acresTouring · HikingFee
The largest national park in the lower 48; Furnace Creek is about 60 miles from Pahrump by road.
AROUND TOWN
Open Desert
VariesRiding · HikingVaries
Public land rings much of the valley; check land status and any access rules before you ride or hike.
1.5–2 HR
Spring Mountains / Mt Charleston
316,000 acresHiking · SnowFree
Alpine forest and 11,916-foot Charleston Peak. The drive to Mt. Charleston’s Kyle Canyon runs through Las Vegas — about 94 miles.
30 MI NW
Ash Meadows NWR
24,000 acresBoardwalks · BirdingFree
Spring pools and endemic pupfish in a desert national wildlife refuge, about 29 miles from Pahrump.
IN TOWN
Mountain Falls Golf Club
18 holesPublic golfFee
The golf course at the center of the Mountain Falls master plan in south Pahrump.
IN TOWN
Lakeview Executive Golf Course
18 holesExecutive golfFee
A shorter executive layout for quick rounds.
CENTRAL
Petrack Park
About 35 acresSports · EventsFree
Pahrump’s main park on Highway 160 — ballfields, playgrounds and the community pool.
IN TOWN
Pahrump Valley Winery
WineryTastings · DiningFree entry
A local winery with tastings and a restaurant.
The Pahrump Lifestyle
What Does a Weekend in Pahrump Look Like?
A morning round at Mountain Falls, an afternoon drive to Ash Meadows or Death Valley run by the National Park Service and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and a tasting at Pahrump Valley Winery.
2,700 ftValley Elevation
29 miTo Ash Meadows
60 miTo Furnace Creek
$339KMedian List Price
THIS WEEKEND'S OPEN HOUSES
Can You Tour Pahrump Homes This Weekend?
Resale open houses in Pahrump are usually held on weekends, and Taylor Morrison’s Mountain Falls sales offices keep their own hours — check them with the builder. Set up instant alerts to hear about new listings and open houses in your price range as soon as they post.
Planning a move
What Should I Verify Before Moving to Pahrump?
Budget around the specific home, not a community average. Before you compare the cost of a move to Pahrump, get these in writing:
- The parcel's current tax bill and abatement status from the county assessor — a tax cap is not automatic.
- Lender, insurance and utility quotes for the exact address, plus the association's resale documents and any special assessments.
- The school assignment for the enrollment year, confirmed with the district.
- Your tax situation, reviewed by an adviser — California-source income can remain taxable after a move (Franchise Tax Board).
The full step-by-step relocation checklist, from timeline to first-week setup, is in one place.
Open the relocation guideECONOMY & JOBS
What Drives Pahrump’s Economy?
Pahrump’s job base spans county government, schools, healthcare, retail, utilities and casinos, plus a commuter population working in Las Vegas. According to the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation, Nye County’s unemployment rate was 5.7% in August 2026, compared with 4.8% in the Las Vegas metro.
$62,109Median household incomeU.S. Census ACS 2020–2024, Pahrump CDP
19% lowerThan Clark County’s median income$62,109 vs $76,472 (ACS 2020–2024)
5.7%Nye County unemploymentDETR, August 2026
29.8 minMean commuteU.S. Census ACS 2020–2024, Pahrump CDP
Major Pahrump Employers
- Nye County School DistrictDistrict office and most of its schools are in Pahrump
- Nye County governmentCounty offices and services in Pahrump
- Desert View Hospital25-bed critical access hospital
- Valley Electric AssociationMember-owned electric utility based in Pahrump
- Golden Entertainment casinosPahrump Nugget and Lakeside (Gold Town closed May 24, 2026)
- Spring Mountain Motor ResortRacing resort and country club
Sources: Nevada DETR, August 2026 sub-state release, Pahrump Valley Times — Gold Town closure. Updated Sept. 26, 2026.
CITY COMPARISON
How Does Pahrump Compare to Las Vegas, Henderson & North Las Vegas?
If you’re deciding between Pahrump and the Las Vegas Valley, this table uses July 2026 settled-month sales for single-family homes from NREG’s market reports, population from the Census Bureau and income from the 2020–2024 American Community Survey.
| Metric | Pahrump | Las Vegas | Henderson | North Las Vegas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Sold Price (Jul 2026) | $365,000 | $480,000 | $524,995 | $425,000 |
| Median Days on Market (Jul 2026) | 51 | 26 | 36 | 18 |
| Homes Sold (Jul 2026) | 67 | 1,061 | 378 | 220 |
| Population | 47,347 (ACS) | 679,817 (2025 est.) | 353,289 (2025 est.) | 296,653 (2025 est.) |
| Median Household Income | $62,109 | $73,877 | $90,138 | $79,542 |
| County | Nye | Clark | Clark | Clark |
| Government | Unincorporated town | City | City | City |
Sources: NREG’s analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data (July 2026 settled month); Census Bureau 2025 population estimates; U.S. Census ACS 2020–2024. Updated Sept. 26, 2026.
Cost of Ownership
What Will a Pahrump Home Cost You Each Month?
Build a property-specific budget using a lender quote, the parcel tax estimate, insurance quotes and association documents. The starting amounts below are editable illustrations, not current local rates or verified fees. Compare the result with your Loan Estimate, and budget separately for maintenance, utilities and closing costs.
Illustrative Payment Estimator
Estimate Your Pahrump Payment
$2,476
Illustrative Monthly Payment
- Principal & Interest$2,033
- Property Tax$167
- Insurance$150
- HOA$0
- PMI$127
Inputs are assumptions, not a loan offer, insurance quote or parcel tax calculation. This simplified fixed-rate example applies the selected PMI rate below 20% down; actual mortgage-insurance eligibility, cost and cancellation depend on the loan. Maintenance, utilities, closing costs and special assessments are additional. Review the CFPB housing budget guide and confirm amounts with the relevant providers.
BUYING AND RENTING
How should you compare buying with renting?
Compare actual homes that meet the same needs over your expected time in the area. A purchase price and an advertised rent alone do not establish which option costs less. Use current quotes and separate monthly cash flow, upfront cash, and the amount you might recover when moving.
Purchase worksheet
Start with the down payment, lender and closing charges, and any immediate repairs. Add principal and interest, property taxes, insurance, mortgage insurance where applicable, association dues, utilities and ongoing maintenance. Identify expenses paid outside escrow so they are included in your household budget.
For a later sale, model the remaining loan balance and selling expenses. Appreciation is uncertain; compare unchanged-price and lower-price cases as well as any growth assumption. Principal repayment builds an ownership interest, but that does not guarantee a profit or make every cash payment recoverable.
Rental worksheet
Use an actual lease offer and confirm the term, deposit, renewal provisions, parking, pet charges, utilities and renter's insurance. Record which maintenance services are included and any costs or restrictions associated with an early move. An advertised starting rent may not include every required charge.
Keep the comparison consistent: use the same time period, household needs and moving assumptions. Include the cash that remains available when a down payment is not used, without assuming a guaranteed investment return. Your need for flexibility and responsibility for repairs also matter alongside the financial figures.
Use scenarios rather than a promised break-even date
There is no verified community-wide holding period or five-year equity gain shown here. Ask your lender to explain financing assumptions and have a tax professional assess any claimed tax benefit for your circumstances. Keep a copy of the quotes and dates so you can update the comparison before making an offer.
PROPERTY-SPECIFIC ASSOCIATION COSTS
Which HOA charges apply to this address?
A community name does not establish a property's current dues or all the associations that govern it. Obtain the applicable resale package, budget and governing documents for the exact address. Confirm the effective date and payment frequency of each fee with the association or its manager.
Recurring charges
Identify master and sub-association dues separately. Check whether utilities, exterior maintenance, insurance, amenities or club access are included, optional or billed separately. A listing's monthly figure may omit a quarterly or annual charge, and an advertised amenity does not establish membership rights.
Closing and special charges
Ask about transfer, document, capital-contribution and other transaction fees, as well as approved or proposed assessments. Confirm who pays each item under the contract. Review available reserve and budget information; historical dues are not a guarantee of future charges.
Rules and access
Verify the actual rules for leasing, pets, parking, property changes and amenity access. Age restrictions and gate staffing require their own current documentation. Do not assume neighboring subdivisions or similarly named communities have identical rules, services or fees.
COMMUTE & TRANSPORTATION
How Easy Is Getting Around Pahrump?
Nevada State Route 160 over Mountain Springs pass is Pahrump’s link to Las Vegas — about an hour to the southwest valley and 70–75 minutes to the Strip without traffic. Most households drive everything; the mean commute is 29.8 minutes per the U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 2020–2024 survey. Drive times below are OSRM routing estimates without traffic, rounded.
Drive Times from Pahrump
- about 1 hrSouthwest Las VegasSR-160 east over Mountain Springs · about 47 miles
- 70–75 minLas Vegas StripSR-160 east · about 58 miles
- 75–90 minHarry Reid Intl AirportSR-160 east · about 61 miles
- about 1 hrRed Rock Canyon visitor centerSR-160 → SR-159 · about 53 miles
- 1.5–2 hrMt. Charleston (Kyle Canyon)Through Las Vegas to SR-157 · about 94 miles
- about 75 minDeath Valley NP (Furnace Creek)SR-160 → Bell Vista Rd → CA-190 · about 60 miles
- 35–60 minAsh Meadows NWRSR-160 north → Bell Vista Rd · about 29 miles
- about 80 minBeattySR-160 north, US-95 · about 73 miles
Transportation Options
Drive times are typical off-peak estimates for the route named; check live traffic before you rely on one.
Quick Answer
How long does it take to close on a home in Pahrump?
Most resale purchases close in about a month to six weeks; cash can close faster. Allow time for well flow and water-quality tests, a septic inspection, and confirmation of water rights or utility service. New-construction timing depends on the builder’s schedule for the specific home.
Quick Answer
What credit score do you need to buy a home in Pahrump?
Conventional loans generally want 620+, FHA allows 580+ with 3.5% down, VA has no formal minimum though most lenders look for 620, and USDA rural loans typically want 640. A loan above $832,750 (the 2026 conforming limit) is a jumbo loan with stricter requirements. Ask your lender how your score changes the rate you are quoted.
Pahrump FAQ — 16 Answers
What Do Pahrump Buyers Most Frequently Ask?
Most AskedWhat is the median home price in Pahrump?
The median list price for Pahrump listings priced $100,000 and up is about $340,000, per NREG’s analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data — a count that includes land parcels. For single-family homes that closed in July 2026, the median sold price was $365,000 across 67 sales, 5.7% below July 2025, per NREG’s Pahrump market report.
What are the best-known neighborhoods in Pahrump?
Mountain Falls is the golf-course master plan in south Pahrump (ZIP 89061), where Taylor Morrison is building; Artesia, also in 89061, is a subdivision of larger homes and lots; the Calvada grid in central and north Pahrump is mostly acreage parcels with custom and manufactured homes; and Desert Greens is a gated 55+ manufactured-home community. Many other parcels sit outside any subdivision.
How is Pahrump different from Las Vegas?
Pahrump is an unincorporated town in Nye County, not Clark County, with its own sheriff, school district and assessor. In July 2026 its median sold price for single-family homes was $365,000, against $480,000 in the city of Las Vegas, per NREG’s market reports. The trade-off is distance: the Strip is about 58 miles away over Mountain Springs pass on SR-160.
How long do Pahrump homes take to sell?
Across Pahrump the median days on market is about 37, per NREG’s analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data. Homes that closed in July 2026 took a median 51 days to go under contract, 18 days slower than a year earlier, and NREG’s market report reads that pace as giving buyers negotiating room.
What are property taxes like in Pahrump?
Parcels in the Pahrump Town taxing district pay a combined FY 2025-26 rate of $3.4092 per $100 of assessed value, per the Nevada Department of Taxation. Assessed value is 35% of taxable value, and taxable value is usually well below market value. Nevada caps a primary residence at a 3% yearly increase once the owner claims it; other property can rise up to 8% (NRS 361.4722 and 361.4723). Ask the Nye County Assessor for the parcel’s current bill.
Do Pahrump homes have HOAs?
Many do not — much of the valley is rural parcels outside any association. Master-planned and newer subdivisions do have dues: Taylor Morrison’s payment calculators assume $115 a month at Vivere at Mountain Falls and $280 a month at Ovation at Mountain Falls 55+ (checked September 26, 2026). Confirm dues, CC&Rs and any restrictions for the exact address in escrow.
What about wells and water rights in Pahrump?
Wells are regulated by the Nevada State Engineer, not Nye County. Under State Engineer Order 1293A, a new domestic well in the Pahrump Valley basin requires relinquishing two acre-feet of water rights, with exceptions such as replacing an existing well; the Nevada Supreme Court upheld the order in February 2021. A domestic well is limited to two acre-feet a year. Before you buy, get the well log, a flow and water-quality test, and written confirmation of the water source — well, water rights or a utility connection.
What is the cost of living in Pahrump?
Housing is the biggest difference: Pahrump’s July 2026 median sold price of $365,000 was below the city of Las Vegas’s $480,000, per NREG’s market reports. Nevada has no personal income tax. Utility costs depend on whether a home has a well, septic and propane, so ask the seller for 12 months of bills.
What are the schools like in Pahrump?
Pahrump’s public schools belong to the Nye County School District, not the Clark County School District. Federal NCES data lists four PK–5 elementary schools in Pahrump — Floyd, Hafen, J.G. Johnson and Manse — plus Pathways Elementary (grades 3–5), Rosemary Clarke Middle School, Pathways Middle School, Pahrump Valley High School and Pathways High School. Confirm the assigned school for the address with the district.
What is the rental market like in Pahrump?
NREG does not publish a Pahrump rent survey. About 79% of Pahrump households own their home (Census ACS 2020–2024), so rentals are a small share of the market; compare current lease listings with a purchase quote for the same home type.
Are there new construction homes in Pahrump?
Yes. Taylor Morrison is selling at Mountain Falls: Vivere from $325,990 and Ovation 55+ from $269,990 (taylormorrison.com, September 26, 2026). D.R. Horton has built Riverstone in north Pahrump under its Express Homes brand; its Riverstone page now redirects to D.R. Horton’s Pahrump search, so confirm availability with the builder. Custom builders also build on individual lots.
How is the commute from Pahrump to Las Vegas?
One road matters: SR-160 over Mountain Springs pass. Southwest Las Vegas is about 47 miles and roughly an hour away; the Strip about 58 miles and 70–75 minutes, without traffic (OSRM routing estimates). The Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 survey puts the mean commute for Pahrump residents at 29.8 minutes.
What should I know before buying in Pahrump?
Verify the water source and septic condition; confirm the parcel’s zoning for animals, shops or a second dwelling with Nye County; check the school assignment; and read any HOA documents. Nevada closes through escrow companies, typically in about a month to six weeks.
What's the minimum down payment to buy a home in Pahrump?
Conventional loans start at 3% down for qualified first-time buyers, FHA at 3.5%, and VA at 0% for eligible veterans. On the $340,000 median list price in October 2026, 3.5% is about $11,900 and 20% is about $68,000, plus closing costs. USDA zero-down loans are not an option here for now: USDA's eligibility map currently places Pahrump outside its eligible rural area. The map changes, so check a specific address on it.
Is Pahrump better than Las Vegas for value buyers?
For land, often yes: Pahrump’s July 2026 median sold price was $365,000 against $480,000 in the city of Las Vegas, per NREG’s market reports, and many Pahrump parcels are an acre or more. Las Vegas wins on jobs, schools, healthcare and a short errand radius. Test the SR-160 drive at your commute hour before you decide.
How long does it take to close on a home in Pahrump?
Most resale purchases close in about a month to six weeks; cash can close faster. Allow time for well flow and water-quality tests, a septic inspection, and confirmation of water rights or utility service. New-construction timing depends on the builder’s schedule for the specific home.
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What Else Do People Ask About Pahrump?
Short answers to common questions, with population figures from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024, market figures from NREG’s analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, and water rules from the Nevada State Engineer.
Is Pahrump in Clark County?
No — Pahrump is in Nye County. The Nye County Assessor keeps its property records, the Nye County Sheriff polices it, and its schools belong to the Nye County School District, not CCSD.
Is Pahrump an incorporated city?
No. Pahrump is an unincorporated town governed by the Nye County Commission. Clark County’s unincorporated towns, such as Enterprise and Spring Valley, are several times larger.
Why is Pahrump cheaper than Las Vegas?
Distance and land supply: the valley was platted into many large parcels decades ago, many rely on wells and septic, and Las Vegas jobs are about an hour away. In July 2026 Pahrump’s median sold price was $365,000 against $480,000 in the city of Las Vegas.
Does Pahrump have city water and sewer?
Partly. Private utilities serve some subdivisions, but many parcels use domestic wells and septic. Wells are regulated by the Nevada State Engineer; under Order 1293A a new domestic well in the Pahrump basin requires relinquishing two acre-feet of water rights.
Can you keep horses in Pahrump?
On many rural parcels, yes, but it depends on zoning and any CC&Rs. Confirm animal allowances for the exact parcel with Nye County planning before you buy.
How far is Pahrump from Las Vegas?
About 58 miles to the Strip — roughly 70–75 minutes via SR-160 over Mountain Springs pass without traffic — and about 47 miles to southwest Las Vegas.
Does Pahrump have a hospital?
Yes — Desert View Hospital, a 25-bed critical access hospital. Specialist care and major procedures usually mean a trip to Las Vegas.
What is Mountain Falls?
A golf-course master plan in south Pahrump (ZIP 89061). Taylor Morrison sells new homes there: Vivere from $325,990 and Ovation 55+ from $269,990 (Sept. 26, 2026).
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NEARBY COMMUNITIES
Which Communities Are Within Commuting Range of Pahrump?
Compare Pahrump with the Las Vegas Valley areas buyers usually cross-shop. Medians are each page’s live MLS list price on September 25, 2026 (Henderson: July 2026 median sold price); drive times are OSRM estimates from Pahrump without traffic.
A–Z INDEX
Which Pahrump Neighborhoods Can You Explore A–Z?
Neighborhoods and corridors across the Pahrump Valley, indexed alphabetically. Artesia, Mountain Falls and Ovation at Mountain Falls have their own guides; the rest are searchable through our live MLS portal.
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- Burson Ranch
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- Calvada Meadows
- Calvada Valley
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- Desert Greens (55+)
R
- Riverstone
KEEP LEARNING
What Else Should You Read About Pahrump?
These guides cover what most Pahrump buyers research next — Pahrump’s own neighborhood guides, new construction, and the Las Vegas market they are comparing against.
NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE
Mountain Falls
Pahrump’s golf-course master plan in ZIP 89061.
Read →NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE
Artesia
A south-valley subdivision of larger homes and lots.
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Pahrump New Construction
New homes for sale in Pahrump.
Read →MARKET REPORT
Pahrump Market Report
Monthly settled-month sold prices, days on market and closings.
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Las Vegas Housing Market 2026
Valley-wide pricing and inventory — the market most Pahrump buyers compare against.
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Moving to Las Vegas Hub
Relocation logistics and Nevada residency steps; the same playbook applies to a Pahrump move.
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Where Does This Pahrump Data Come From?
Each figure on this page names its source and date. Market figures are NREG’s own analysis of MLS data; population and household figures are Census Bureau estimates; builder prices come from the builder’s website on the date shown.
- NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data (via Repliers) — Median list price and active listings ($100K+, land included), and settled-month sold prices, days on market and closings for single-family homes. NREG Pahrump market report
- U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020–2024 — Population, income, home value, age, households, education and commute for the Pahrump CDP. Census Reporter — Pahrump CDP
- U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020–2024 — Clark County comparison figures. Census Reporter — Clark County
- U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 estimates — City and county population estimates. sub-est2025.csv
- Nevada Governor-certified population estimates — 2025 estimates for counties, cities and unincorporated towns, issued by the Nevada Department of Taxation. Nevada Department of Taxation (PDF)
- Nevada State Engineer, Order 1293A — Two acre-feet relinquishment for a new domestic well in the Pahrump basin. Nye County Water District summary
- Nevada Supreme Court ruling on Order 1293A — February 2021 decision upholding the order. Pahrump Valley Times
- Nevada Department of Taxation — FY 2025-26 property tax rates, including the Pahrump Town district. FY 2025-26 tax rates (PDF)
- Nevada Revised Statutes 361.4723 — The partial abatement (tax cap) on a primary residence and other property. NRS chapter 361
- NCES Common Core of Data — Public schools in Pahrump and their grade spans. NCES school search
- Taylor Morrison — Vivere and Ovation at Mountain Falls prices, plans and sales offices, checked Sept. 26, 2026. taylormorrison.com — Vivere
- Pahrump Valley Times — Beazer Homes’ 2017 Burson Ranch development agreement. pvtimes.com
- Nevada DETR — County and metro unemployment rates, August 2026. DETR sub-state release (PDF)
- National Park Service — Death Valley National Park. nps.gov/deva
- Freddie Mac PMMS — Weekly mortgage rate survey used as the calculator’s rate reference. freddiemac.com/pmms
Methodology: Listing counts, prices and days on market are NREG's analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data received through the Repliers feed; this page refreshes them about once a day, and each market figure carries its date or window. Census and BLS figures are the published vintage named beside them and change only when the agency releases new estimates. Confirm details for a specific home with its listing and the responsible agency.
Updated: October 2026 · Next update: November 15
