Laughlin
Census-designated place in Clark County, Nevada
Laughlin is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Clark County, Nevada, with 8,658 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 558 ft (170 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Bullhead City, 3.8 miles E.
- 8,658residents (2020 Census)
- 558 ftelevation · 170 m
- 16.3 sq miland area · 42.3 km²
- 530 / sq mipopulation density
- 89029ZIP code
About Laughlin
Laughlin () is an unincorporated community in Clark County, Nevada, United States. Laughlin lies 90 miles (140 km) south of Las Vegas, in the far southern tip of Nevada. As a resort town, it is known for its gaming and water recreation. As of the 2020 census, the population was 8,658. For statistical purposes, the United States Census Bureau has defined Laughlin as a census-designated place (CDP). It is located on the Colorado River, downstream from the Davis Dam and Lake Mohave, and directly across from the much larger Bullhead City, Arizona. The nearby communities of Bullhead City, Arizona; Needles, California; Fort Mohave, Arizona; and Mohave Valley, Arizona, bring the area's total population to about 100,000. Laughlin is also 286 miles (460 km) northeast of Los Angeles.
Laughlin was named for Don Laughlin, an Owatonna, Minnesota native, who purchased the southern tip of Nevada in 1964 (informally called South Pointe). At the time, Don Laughlin operated the 101 Club in Las Vegas. He opened what would become the Riverside Resort, and later wanted to call the community Riverside or Casino, but the post office opted for Laughlin instead.
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Living in Laughlin
- Median household income
- $45,685
- Median home value
- $283,700
- Median rent
- $1,112/mo
- Median age
- 57.6
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Laughlin had 8,658 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 8,658 |
|---|---|
| Density | 530 per sq mi (205 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Laughlin at a glance
| State | Nevada (NV) |
|---|---|
| County | Clark County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 8,658 (2020) |
| Land area | 16.34 sq mi (42.3 km²) |
| Water area | 0.99 sq mi (2.56 km²) |
| Elevation | 558 ft (170 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.1438° N, 114.6206° W |
| ZIP code | 89029 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3241000 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Laughlin
- Bullhead City, AZ3.8 mi E
- Katherine, AZ6.1 mi NE
- Fort Mohave, AZ10.2 mi S
- Mesquite Creek, AZ13.0 mi S
- Mojave Ranch Estates, AZ13.9 mi S
- Willow Valley, AZ14.9 mi S
- Oatman, AZ15.6 mi SE
- Mohave Valley, AZ16.9 mi S
- Cal-Nev-Ari18.1 mi NW
- Arizona Village, AZ20.0 mi S
- Golden Valley, AZ22.3 mi E
- Needles, CA22.8 mi S
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Laughlin
What county is Laughlin in?
Laughlin is in Clark County, Nevada.
What is the population of Laughlin, NV?
8,658 people lived in Laughlin at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Laughlin, NV?
The ZIP code of Laughlin is 89029.
What is the elevation of Laughlin?
558 feet (170 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Laughlin?
Bullhead City (3.8 mi), Katherine (6.1 mi), Fort Mohave (10.2 mi), Mesquite Creek (13.0 mi), Mojave Ranch Estates (13.9 mi).
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