Elko County
Elko County covers 17,173 square miles of northeastern Nevada, with the county seat at Elko.
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Where to find things
- Elko County property tax search and paymentProperty records · Property taxes
Pay property taxes online with a card for a 2.6% fee (minimum $2.95) or an e-check for $4.95. Payments are processed the next business day.
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- Nevada Department of TaxationNevada's property tax rules, abatement caps and the oversight of county assessors. The county assessor values your property and the county treasurer bills it.
- Elko County zoning and land useZoning
Zoning districts and land use rules, and which uses and buildings the rules permit on a given piece of land.
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Farm wetland rules for USDA program participants. Before you drain, fill or clear a wet area in a farm field, ask NRCS at your local USDA Service Center for a wetland determination.
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- Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) sign-up, USDA Farm Service AgencyHow the Conservation Reserve Program works, which sign-ups are open and what it pays. You enroll land in CRP at your county Farm Service Agency office at the local USDA Service Center.
- NRCS highly erodible land determinationsHow NRCS decides whether a farm field is highly erodible land, which affects USDA program eligibility and conservation plans. Requests go to NRCS at your local USDA Service Center.
- USFWS Wetlands MapperNational Wetlands Inventory map from USFWS. Click any spot to see mapped wetland type. Some states publish a newer inventory of their own, so check the state wetland data too.
- FEMA Flood Map Service CenterFlood zones
Official source for flood insurance rate maps. Enter an address to see the current flood zone and download the FIRM panel and letters of map change.
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- FEMA Disaster DeclarationsSearch federal disaster and emergency declarations by state, county and incident to see whether an area was declared and what assistance was authorized.
- FEMA Increased Cost of ComplianceFlood insurance coverage that helps pay to elevate, relocate, demolish or floodproof a substantially damaged building.
- Elko County RecorderPlats
Where deeds, mortgages, easements and other land documents are recorded. Start here to search recorded documents or order a copy.
D. Mike Smales, Elko County Recorder- Phone
- 775-738-6526
- recordersoffice@elkocountynv.net
- Nevada Division of Environmental ProtectionSeptic systems
Nevada's environmental agency: water quality, septic and sewage rules, contaminated sites and air quality.
- Elko County building and land use permitsBuilding permits
Which permits are required for building, land use and site work, and how to apply.
- Nevada Division of State LandsPublic land
State-owned land in Nevada, state land sales and leases, and the state land use planning agency. Most Nevada land is federal: check BLM as well.
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- USGS map of public and protected landNational map of federal, state, local and other public and protected land from the U.S. Geological Survey Protected Areas Database (PAD-US).
- Nevada food assistanceFood assistance (SNAP and EBT)
Official Nevada food-assistance program information, listed by USDA. Find application guidance and program contacts. Check the program for current eligibility, benefits, and EBT help.
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- USDA food assistance state directoryChoose a state or territory for official food-assistance program websites, applications, and EBT contacts.
- Nevada local food-assistance officesFind a local office that handles food-assistance applications and case questions. Choose your county or service area in this official state directory.
- Nevada unemployment benefitsUnemployment benefits
Find Nevada unemployment insurance program and claim-filing links in the Labor Department’s CareerOneStop directory. Check the state program for eligibility and filing instructions.
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- USAGov unemployment benefits overviewFind the state unemployment program and official filing guidance through USAGov. Where you worked can determine where you should file.
- Nevada Medicaid and CHIPHealth coverage (Medicaid and CHIP)
Find Nevada Medicaid application information and health-coverage contacts, listed by HealthCare.gov. Check the program for eligibility, renewals, and children’s coverage.
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- HealthCare.gov Medicaid and CHIP application guideFind Medicaid and children’s health-coverage application guidance and the official agency for your state or territory.
- Nevada energy bill assistanceHeating and utility bill assistance
Find Nevada energy-assistance information for heating, cooling, or utility bills. Follow the program’s application and local-provider instructions. Availability and eligibility are determined by the program.
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- USAGov help with energy billsLearn about help with heating, cooling, and energy bills, and find the official LIHEAP and weatherization program contacts.
- Nevada WIC programWIC nutrition help
Official Nevada WIC site run by the Division of Public and Behavioral Health, with eligibility, food benefits, breastfeeding support and clinic locations.
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- USDA WIC application and clinic guideWIC nutrition, food benefits, breastfeeding support, and clinic application contacts.
- Nevada child care assistanceHelp paying for child care
Child care payment assistance, application instructions, and program contacts. Check current eligibility, funding, and waiting lists with the program.
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- ChildCare.gov help paying for child careChild care payment assistance, application instructions, and program contacts. Check current eligibility, funding, and waiting lists with the program.
- Nevada Rural Housing rental assistanceRent help and public housing
Learn about rental help and public housing programs, how to apply, and who to contact. Check current eligibility and waiting lists with the program.
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- HUD Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) and public housingLearn how Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) and public housing work, how to apply, and how to find your local public housing agency. Check current eligibility and waiting lists with your local agency.
- HUD Find ShelterEmergency shelter and eviction help
Search for nearby shelters, homeless services, food pantries and health clinics, or find your local homeless services network. Check current availability with each provider.
- Nevada TANF cash assistanceCash assistance (TANF)
Learn about cash assistance for families with children, how to apply, and who to contact about your case. Check current eligibility and rules with the program.
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- Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) cash assistanceLearn how Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) cash help works and find the program that serves your state. Apply through your state or local office.
- Nevada child support servicesChild support services
Open a child support case, get help establishing paternity or a support order, and find payment and contact information.
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- Child support helpLearn how to get help collecting child support and find the child support agency that serves your state or tribe.
- Nevada Aging and Disability Services DivisionSenior services and aging · Disability services
Find state disability services, such as vocational rehabilitation for work and training, independent living help, and how to apply. Check current eligibility and waiting lists with the program.
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- Eldercare LocatorFederal Eldercare Locator for finding local help for older adults and caregivers, such as meals, help at home, transportation, and your Area Agency on Aging. Search by ZIP code or call the listed number.
- State vocational rehabilitation agencies directoryFederal directory of state vocational rehabilitation agencies that help people with disabilities get ready for, find, and keep jobs. Use it to find your state agency and how to contact it.
- Get help from a VA accredited representative or VSOVeterans benefits help
Find a VA accredited representative or veterans service organization (VSO) who can help you file a VA claim or appeal at no cost. Your state and county veterans service offices can also help.
- Nevada unclaimed property searchUnclaimed money
Search the official unclaimed property list for money owed to you, such as forgotten bank accounts, uncashed checks, refunds and deposits, and file a claim. Searching is free, so be careful of anyone who asks for a fee.
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- Find unclaimed money from the governmentLearn how to search for unclaimed money held by state governments and federal agencies, such as old bank accounts, tax refunds, savings bonds and pensions. Searching is free, so be careful of anyone who asks for a fee.
- Nevada driver and vehicle servicesDriver licenses and state IDs · Vehicle registration and titles
Official driver and vehicle services. Check the agency for renewals, appointments, document requirements, registration, and titles.
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- USAGov driver licensing and state ID guideOfficial guide to driver licenses and state identification, with links to state motor vehicle agencies.
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Official U.S. passport applications, renewals, document requirements, and acceptance facility information.
- USAGov Social Security benefits and replacement cardsSocial Security benefits and cards
Official guide to Social Security benefits, card replacement, and Social Security Administration services.
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Official Medicare enrollment, coverage, plan comparisons, and contacts for help with Medicare.
- IRS income tax filing and assistanceIncome taxes and filing help
Official federal income tax filing instructions, payment and refund information, and links to filing help.
- USAGov job search and career training guideJobs and career training
Official guide to public job training, career resources, and American Job Centers.
- USAGov federal student financial aid guideStudent financial aid
Official guide to FAFSA, federal student aid, and other ways to find help paying for education.
- Nevada consumer protection officeConsumer complaints and scams
State consumer protection information, business complaints, and reporting contacts.
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- USAGov state consumer protection office directoryFind your state consumer protection office for business complaints and scam reporting.
- Nevada emergency management and recovery contactsDisaster recovery assistance
State emergency management information and contacts for disaster preparedness, response, and recovery. Check the agency for available recovery programs.
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- USAGov disaster assistance application guideOfficial disaster assistance application information and links to FEMA and other recovery programs.
- USAGov legal aid and lawyer referral guideLegal aid and lawyer referrals
Find legal aid programs, lawyer referrals, and other sources of affordable legal help.
- USAGov federal, state, and local court directoryCourts and traffic tickets
Official guide to federal, state, territory, county, and municipal court websites.
- SBA business registration and startup guideStarting and registering a business
Official startup guide covering business registration, business structure, and federal and state tax IDs.
Elko County offices
- Elko County AssessorCounty office that values land and buildings for property tax and keeps parcel ownership records.Janet Iribarne, County Assessor
- Phone
- 775-738-5217
- assessor@elkocountynv.net
- Website
- Visit website
- Elko County TreasurerProperty tax billing and collection.Cheryl Paul, Elko County Treasurer
- Phone
- 775-738-5694
- treasurer@elkocountynv.gov
- Website
- Visit website
- One phone line for 4 offices
- Phone
- 775-738-6816
- Elko County Environmental ServicesEnvironmental programs and services.
- Website
- Visit website
- Elko County Building and PermitsBuilding permits and inspections.
- Elko County Planning and ZoningZoning, land use and development review.
- Elko County Public WorksRoads, bridges and right of way.
- Website
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- Elko County GISRuns the GIS and maps for Elko County.Zachary Ferrara, GIS Technician
- Phone
- 775-748-0344
- zachary.ferrara@elkocountynv.gov
- Website
- Visit website
- Elko County parcel map and property searchElko County's public map viewer for parcel boundaries and local map layers.
- Elko County maps on GISFinderProperty lines, aerial photos, flood zones, wetlands and GIS data downloads.
- Elko County USDA FSA and NRCS officeThe Farm Service Agency office for Elko County is at the Elko Service Center, 555 W Silver St, Elko, NV 89801. Call it to sign up for the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) and other farm programs, and for farm and tract records. The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) works from the same office: ask it for wetland determinations, highly erodible land questions and conservation plans.
- Phone
- (775) 738-8468
- Address
- 555 W Silver St, Elko, NV 89801
- Website
- Visit website
Other county departments (2)
- Elko County NV FirePermitsYou can register, apply for, and activate a burn permit for open burning on private land in Elko County, and read burning safety tips and laws.
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- Visit website
- Elko County Sheriff's OfficeResidents can submit tips, file reports, search the jail inmate roster, check the sex offender registry, and request records through this sheriff's office website.
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- Visit website
Guides
- How property taxes work: who assesses, who collects
- How to get help buying food: SNAP and WIC
- How to file for unemployment benefits
- How to get Medicaid, CHIP or Marketplace health coverage
- Help paying energy bills: LIHEAP and weatherization
- Help paying for child care
- Help with rent and housing: Section 8, shelter and eviction help
- Cash assistance for families: TANF, SSI and general assistance
- How child support works
- Help for older adults and people with disabilities
- How to get help with veterans benefits
- How to find unclaimed money in your name
Other Nevada counties
Neighboring counties
About Elko County
Elko County covers 17,173 square miles of northeastern Nevada, with the county seat at Elko. The County Assessor sets property values, the County Treasurer bills and collects property taxes, and the County Recorder keeps recorded land documents.
Cities in Elko County
- CarlinMelinda Harris, City Clerk · (775) 754-6354 · mharris@carlinnv.gov
- ElkoElko Clerk · 775-777-7100
- Wells
- West Wendover