Median Age
38 Years
Largest Age Group
5-14 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
17%
Battle Mountain
Battle Mountain, NV Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,374
Population
3,702
Renter Mix
33% Rent
One of Cowboy Country's best destinations for outdoor adventure
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Nestled in the valley of North Peak and Mount Tobin, Battle Mountain is a small town that offers an authentic Nevada backcountry experience. This town in Cowboy Country offers affordable ranch-style houses and mid-rise apartments available for rent. This historic town has roots in the railroad, agriculture, and mining industries. Although mining and ranching are the main economic drivers in town, Battle Mountain also draws in tourism for its cultural festivals and stellar access to outdoor recreation. Hiking, biking, fishing, hunting, and off-roading are all popular pastimes in Battle Mountain. You can also explore the town’s past at the Battle Mountain Cookhouse Museum and the Horton Gold Mine or celebrate the area’s strong Basque and Native American roots at one of the many cultural events held year round. If you’re looking to get in touch with your inner cowboy, Battle Mountain is a perfect choice.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$86,329
Average: $99,797
Education
316
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
1,758
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Battle Mountain has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
33%
Non-Renters
67%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
7%
Other Education
93%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Battle Mountain, NV is $800 for a studio, $1,374 for one bedroom, $1,116 for two bedrooms, and $1,565 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Battle Mountain has increased by 23.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,374/month
747 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Battle Mountain, NV is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Battle Mountain Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
432 Students
Eleanor Lemaire Junior High School
Public
Grades K-8
310 Students
Eleanor Lemaire Elementary School
Public
Grades 4-6
212 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
309 Students
Eleanor Lemaire Junior High School
Public
Grades K-8
310 Students
Battle Mountain Junior High School
Public
Grades 7-8
152 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
309 Students
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Points of Interest
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.