Founded: November 25, 1861
Size: 264 sq. mi.
Rank: 16th out of 17
Population: 4,010 (2014)
Rank: 15th out of 17
Density: 15 sq. mi.
Rank: 6th out of 17
Largest Community: Lockwood (1,265)
County Seat: Virginia City (855)
Highest Point: Mt. Davidson (7,864')

Known for ...
Comstock Historic District, Virginia City National Historic Landmark, Virginia & Truckee Railroad, Virginia City Camel Races