Top Paying Jobs in Nevada
Nevada has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 188,570 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Dermatologists ($419,410), Radiologists ($386,210), Physicians, Pathologists ($384,350). The cost of living index is 99.79 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,501/month.
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$135K
Avg. median salary
99.79
Cost of living index
$1,501
Median 2BR rent
3,289,371
Population
Highest paying careers in Nevada
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | Actuaries | Technology | $132K | $63.64/hr |
| 32 | First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives | Public Safety | $132K | $63.51/hr |
| 33 | Power Plant Operators | Production & Manufacturing | $131K | $63.17/hr |
| 34 | Software Developers | Technology | $129K | $61.93/hr |
| 35 | Human Resources Managers | Management | $129K | $61.8/hr |
| 36 | Veterinarians | Healthcare | $126K | $60.36/hr |
| 37 | Social Workers, All Other | Community & Social | $122K | $58.57/hr |
| 38 | Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors | Engineering | $122K | $58.49/hr |
| 39 | Purchasing Managers | Management | $120K | $57.82/hr |
| 40 | Medical and Health Services Managers | Management | $120K | $57.69/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Nevada
These are statewide averages. Costs vary widely between metros, click into a specific city for precise numbers.
Cost of living vs. national average-0.2% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,501/mo
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