How many immigrants are in Nevada?
About 587K in 2021. This represents approximately 19.2% of the population, or about 1 in 5 residents. Immigrants include foreign-born residents, those who have become US citizens, individuals authorized to enter the US, and undocumented residents.
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In 2021
587K
Nevada residents were foreign-born
In 2021
1 in 5
Nevada residents were foreign-born
The number of foreign-born residents in Nevada increased from 514K in 2011 to 587K in 2021. This rise occurred alongside changes in the native-born population due to births, deaths, and migration. Analyzing the foreign-born share of the total population offers a clearer perspective on these demographics. In 2021, the foreign-born population in Nevada was 19.2%, higher than the overall US rate of 13.6%, and consistent with the state's percentage in 2011.
Foreign-born share of the population in Nevada
Variations in immigrant populations reflect changes in both local and national demographics. The largest immigrant populations are found in major metro areas. Metro areas in California, Texas, Florida, and parts of the Northeast generally have a higher share of foreign-born residents.
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In 2021, the metro areas in the US with the highest and lowest foreign-born population shares were: Miami-Fort Lauderdale-Pompano Beach, FL at 41.2% (highest) and Beckley, WV at 0.8% (lowest). In Nevada, the highest and lowest were: Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise, NV at 22% and Carson City, NV at 12.8%.
On average, 8.2% of the population in metro areas was foreign-born in 2021
Foreign-born share of the population (2021)
| 1. | Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise, NV Metro Area | 22% |
| 2. | Reno, NV Metro Area | 14% |
| 3. | Carson City, NV Metro Area | 12.8% |
