Gerlach
Census-designated place in Washoe County, Nevada
Gerlach is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Washoe County, Nevada, with 130 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 3,944 ft (1,202 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Empire, 4.9 miles S.
- 130residents (2020 Census)
- 3,944 ftelevation · 1,202 m
- 3.1 sq miland area · 8.1 km²
- 42 / sq mipopulation density
- 89405ZIP code
About Gerlach
Gerlach, Nevada is a census-designated place (CDP) in Washoe County, Nevada, United States. The population was 130 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Reno-Sparks metropolitan area. Prior to 2010, Gerlach was part of the Gerlach–Empire census-designated place. The town of Empire is now a separate CDP. The next nearest town, Nixon, is 60 miles (100 km) to the south on the Pyramid Lake Indian Reservation. The Black Rock Desert and Fly Geyser are located near Gerlach.
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Gerlach had 130 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 130 |
|---|---|
| Density | 42 per sq mi (16 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Gerlach at a glance
| State | Nevada (NV) |
|---|---|
| County | Washoe County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 130 (2020) |
| Land area | 3.13 sq mi (8.1 km²) |
| Elevation | 3,944 ft (1,202 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.6452° N, 119.3613° W |
| ZIP code | 89405 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3227300 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
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Frequently asked questions about Gerlach
What county is Gerlach in?
Gerlach is in Washoe County, Nevada.
What is the population of Gerlach, NV?
130 people lived in Gerlach at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Gerlach, NV?
The ZIP code of Gerlach is 89405.
What is the elevation of Gerlach?
3,944 feet (1,202 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Gerlach?
Empire (4.9 mi).
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