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County overview

Washoe County

Nevada - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Washoe County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Washoe County

Population
486,674
Age 65+
16.9%
Median age
38.6
Owner-occupied
58.6%
With disability
12.0%
Median home value
$460,000
Median income
$81,531
Residents 65+
82,085
How Washoe County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
+2.4%
% owner-occupied
-9.6%
% with disability
-7%
Median household income
+8.5%
Median home value
+63.2%
Median age
+0.3%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

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Aging-in-place in Washoe County

Washoe County is home to roughly 486,674 residents, of whom about 82,248 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 16.9%, in line with the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 58.6% of homes in Washoe County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $460,000. That's a lower-than-average ownership rate, which can mean more renters navigating accessibility modifications with landlord involvement. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 12.0% of Washoe County residents report a disability, a rate in line with national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.