Mining has the largest economic impact in Nevada, driven by its dominant gold and silver production.

Nevada has the biggest mining-related economic impact in the US, mostly because it produces a lot of silver and leads the world in gold production. With significant mining zones like the Carlin Trend generating billions of dollars for the state's economy, the state is responsible for more than 70% of all gold extracted in the United States. In Nevada, mining directly affects local communities by creating a significant amount of tax income and supporting thousands of employment. Nevada also mines other minerals including copper and lithium, which increases their significance in the conventional and green energy industries. An important part of Nevada's economy is still mining.