Smith Valley

Census-designated place in Lyon County, Nevada

Aerial view of Smith Valley, Nevada
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Smith Valley is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Lyon County, Nevada, with 1,710 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 3,878 ft (1,182 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Topaz Ranch Estates, 8.0 miles SW.

About Smith Valley

Smith Valley is a census-designated place (CDP) in Lyon County, Nevada, United States. As of the 2020 census, Smith Valley had a population of 1,710.

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$67,132
Median home value
$756,000
Median age
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Smith Valley, NV population

Smith Valley had 1,710 residents in the 2020 Census.

2020 Census1,710
Density17 per sq mi (6 per km²)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.

Smith Valley at a glance

StateNevada (NV)
CountyLyon County
TypeCensus-designated place
Population1,710 (2020)
Land area101.96 sq mi (264.1 km²)
Water area1.92 sq mi (4.98 km²)
Elevation3,878 ft (1,182 m)
Coordinates38.7869° N, 119.3687° W
ZIP codes89430, 89444
Census code (GEOID)3268050

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.

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Frequently asked questions about Smith Valley

What county is Smith Valley in?

Smith Valley is in Lyon County, Nevada.

What is the population of Smith Valley, NV?

1,710 people lived in Smith Valley at the 2020 Census.

What is the ZIP code of Smith Valley, NV?

The main ZIP code is 89430. Other ZIP codes: 89444.

What is the elevation of Smith Valley?

3,878 feet (1,182 m) above sea level.

What towns are near Smith Valley?

Topaz Ranch Estates (8.0 mi), Topaz Lake (11.1 mi), Topaz (12.5 mi), Double Spring (13.3 mi), Carter Springs (15.6 mi).

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