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Overview
Lyon County is a growing logistics and industry corridor in western Nevada. With active rail infrastructure, general aviation access, and proximity to the Reno–Tahoe region, the county supports a broad mix of manufacturing, distribution, and agricultural operations.
Major communities including Fernley, Dayton, and Yerington anchor a regional economy that has expanded by more than 10.8% in employment since 2019, outpacing national growth. Population is expected to increase by 7.5% between 2024 and 2029, adding 4,787.
The area continues to attract investment in warehousing, transportation, and advanced manufacturing, supported by a business-friendly regulatory climate and access to skilled labor.
Fast Facts
- Population: 63,718 (2024)
- Land Area: 2,024 sq mi
- Average Elevation: 3,802 ft
- County Seat: Yerington
- Airports: Silver Springs Airport (6,000 ft); Yerington Municipal Airport (5,800 ft)
- Rail Access: Two active rail parks in Fernley (Union Pacific corridor)
Additional Advantage
- Part of the Carson City Metropolitan Statistical Area, connecting directly to regional labor and supply networks.
- Served by Western Nevada College centers in Fernley and Yerington.
- Nevada’s leading producer of agricultural and food products, with strong output in alfalfa, beef, and specialty crops.
- Expanding presence in copper mining, supporting downstream electronics and manufacturing supply chains
- Ongoing industrial growth in warehousing, construction, and transportation, among Lyon County’s fastest-growing sectors.
- Low property crime rates (8.8 per 1,000) and strong veteran population (5,842) support long-term community stability
Established Business Centers
Lyon County is home to several established and expanding business parks that serve advanced manufacturing, logistics, and industrial tenants:
- Victory Logistics District – developed by Mark IV is a large-scale industrial development with direct rail access and proximity to I-80, with 4,400 acres of developable land, 47 individual parcels and 2M+ Sq ft of completed space.
- NNIC Industrial Center – 20,000-acre industrial center, strategically located to support needs for data centers, manufacturing, logistics and distribution operations.
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