Panaca, Nevada, is a small town in Lincoln County with a population of 1,231. Located at an elevation of 5,620 feet above sea level, the town has a population density of 9 people per square mile. In comparison to the United States' overall population density of 93 people per square mile, Panaca is quite rural.
The town is home to businesses such as R&T Family Store, Trails West Motel & RV Park and Panaca Market Place. For those who enjoy the great outdoors there are many year-round activities such as camping, fishing and hunting at nearby Echo Canyon State Park or boating and water sports on Echo Reservoir. For other recreational activities the local Panaca Community Center offers family fun nights for all ages featuring crafts and games. The annual Lincoln County Fair takes place in October and features livestock competitions, livestock auctions, food vendors and carnival rides. Sports enthusiasts can also watch or participate in their local softball leagues throughout the summer months.
The population in Panaca (zip 89042) is 1,231. There are 9 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Panaca (zip 89042) is 31.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Panaca (zip 89042) is 2.7, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Panaca (zip 89042)
- 73.0% are married
- 12.9% are divorced
- 53.8% are married with children
- 2.0% have children, but are single
Race in Panaca (zip 89042)
- 90.8% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 2.7% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 5.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.5% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander