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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State-level averages. Salaries, rent, and cost of living vary significantly between metros. For more accurate data, select a metro area from the list below or browse all metros.
$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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61 | Nuclear Medicine Technologists | Healthcare | $109K | $52.47/hr |
| 62 | Hydrologists | Science | $108K | $51.89/hr |
| 63 | Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $108K | N/A |
| 64 | Marketing Managers | Management | $108K | $51.71/hr |
| 65 | Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers | Engineering | $108K | $51.68/hr |
| 66 | Electrical Engineers | Engineering | $107K | $51.64/hr |
| 67 | First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers | Public Safety | $107K | $51.57/hr |
| 68 | Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $107K | N/A |
| 69 | Fundraising Managers | Management | $106K | $51.16/hr |
| 70 | Information Security Analysts | Technology | $106K | $51.06/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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