Walker Lake
Census-designated place in Mineral County, Nevada

Walker Lake is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Mineral County, Nevada, with 247 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 4,131 ft (1,259 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Hawthorne, 10.9 miles SE.
- 247residents (2020 Census)
- 4,131 ftelevation · 1,259 m
- 1.3 sq miland area · 3.3 km²
- 195 / sq mipopulation density
- 89415ZIP code
About Walker Lake
Walker Lake is an unincorporated town and census-designated place (CDP) in Mineral County, Nevada, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of Walker Lake was 247.
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Living in Walker Lake
- Median household income
- $50,455
- Median home value
- $207,100
- Median age
- 62.2
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Walker Lake had 247 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 247 |
|---|---|
| Density | 195 per sq mi (75 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Walker Lake at a glance
| State | Nevada (NV) |
|---|---|
| County | Mineral County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 247 (2020) |
| Land area | 1.26 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Elevation | 4,131 ft (1,259 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.6458° N, 118.7563° W |
| ZIP code | 89415 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3281100 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Walker Lake
- Hawthorne10.9 mi SE
- Schurz23.4 mi N
- Yerington28.7 mi NW
- Smith Valley34.4 mi W
- Bridgeport, CA36.5 mi SW
- Mina39.1 mi SE
- Walker, CA39.7 mi W
- Twin Lakes, CA46.0 mi SW
- Mono City, CA47.4 mi SW
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Frequently asked questions about Walker Lake
What county is Walker Lake in?
Walker Lake is in Mineral County, Nevada.
What is the population of Walker Lake, NV?
247 people lived in Walker Lake at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Walker Lake, NV?
The ZIP code of Walker Lake is 89415.
What is the elevation of Walker Lake?
4,131 feet (1,259 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Walker Lake?
Hawthorne (10.9 mi), Schurz (23.4 mi), Yerington (28.7 mi), Smith Valley (34.4 mi), Bridgeport (36.5 mi).
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