The town was named for the 19th-century Chief Winnemucca of the local Northern Paiute tribe, who traditionally lived in this area. Winnemucca, translated, means "the giver." The chief's daughter, Sarah Winnemucca, … See more

Winnemucca is located at 40°58′6″N 117°43′36″W / 40.96833°N 117.72667°W (40.968212, −117.726662).
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 9.4 square mile… See more

As of the census of 2000, there were 7,174 people, 2,736 households, and 1,824 families residing in the city. The population density was 867.5 inhabitants per square mile (334.9/km ). There were 3,280 housing units at an … See more