Pershing, NV County is a small and quaint county situated in the high desert of Nevada. With a population of 6,668 and a population density of just 1 person per square mile, it offers a tranquil atmosphere away from the hustle and bustle of big cities. The area supports many local businesses such as the Pershing Mercantile, Smith's Saloon and Grill, Nell's Northside Diner, and Ponderosa Pizza Parlor. It also has many year-round outdoor activities to enjoy, including camping trips to nearby Lake Lahontan State Park or exploring nearby historical sites like Ft. Churchill State Historic Park. Other organizations such as the Pershing County Library and Senior Center offer educational and recreational activities for residents to participate in year-round. Additionally, local sporting events like Little League baseball games or high school football games provide fun entertainment for all ages throughout the year.
The population in Pershing County is 6,668. There are 1 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Pershing County is 39.9, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Pershing County is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Pershing County
- 43.9% are married
- 19.0% are divorced
- 26.7% are married with children
- 19.6% have children, but are single
Race in Pershing County
- 66.1% are White
- 4.7% are Black
- 1.3% are Asian
- 2.8% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 23.8% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.8% Two or more races
- 0.5% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander