Cities & Towns in Elko County, NV
Elko County, county in Nevada, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 53,006 inhabitants. The county was created 155 years ago in 1869. Its county seat is Elko.
There are 6 city/town in Elko County, NV. The largest city of Elko County is Elko with a population of 20,531. Other cities include, Spring Creek population 12,361, West Wendover population 4,268, Carlin population 2,281, Wells population 1,254
Elko
Elko, City in Elko County, Nevada, United States
Spring Creek
Spring Creek, Census-designated place in Elko County, Nevada, United States
West Wendover
West Wendover, City in Elko County, Nevada, United States
Located in northeastern Nevada, Elko County has a landscape ranging from rugged mountains to high desert. Here are some of the notable cities and towns found across Elko County:
Elko
Elko is the largest city in Elko County and serves as the county seat. It was founded along the Transcontinental Railroad in the late 1860s. Key attractions include the Western Folklife Center, historic downtown district, and annual events like the National Basque Festival.
Wells is a small rural city located along Interstate 80. It was established as a stop along the railroad in the early 1900s. Points of interest include the Well's Historic Commercial District and the California Trail Interpretive Center.
West Wendover lies on the Nevada-Utah border next to Wendover, Utah. It is home to diverse attractions like the Bonneville Speedway and Peppermill Resort Casino. The city hosts events such as the Wendover Air Show.
Jackpot
Jackpot is an unincorporated town known for its casino gaming along the Idaho border. It originated as a mining camp in the early 1900s before gambling was legalized in the 1970s. Visitors can also enjoy outdoor recreation at the Jarbidge Wilderness.
Carlin is a small city 20 miles west of Elko established by the railroad in the late 1800s. Historic attractions include the Carlin Railroad Depot Museum, Cortez Gold Mine, and old downtown buildings. Carlin hosts annual events like Railroad Days.
All Elko County Cities (Aphebetical)
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Elko County.
| City Name | Title | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Carlin | City in Elko County, Nevada, United States | 2,281 |
| Elko | City in Elko County, Nevada, United States | 20,531 |
| Owyhee | Census-designated place in Elko County, Nevada, United States | 953 |
| Spring Creek | Census-designated place in Elko County, Nevada, United States | 12,361 |
| Wells | City in Elko County, Nevada, United States | 1,254 |
| West Wendover | City in Elko County, Nevada, United States | 4,268 |
