Gerlach-Empire is a census-designated place in Washoe County, Nevada, United States. The combined population was 499 at the 2000 census. Most of the population live in the two tiny settlements of Gerlach and Empire; the rest live on outlying rural ranching properties. Gerlach-Empire apartments for rent comparison page shows most up to date rent information on Gerlach-Empire apartments and houses. Rent information is obtained from multiple rental sources but we cannot guarantee their accuracy.