Tapers Salary in Nevada
In Nevada, tapers earn $57,350 at the median — $27.57 an hour. The range runs from $46K at the entry level to $82K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Nevada. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $57K get you in Nevada?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Nevada
Entry-level tapers (10th percentile) start around $46K. Mid-career wages sit at $57K. Top earners bring in $82K or more, a $36K spread from bottom to top.
Tapers salary by metro in Nevada
2 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas | $58K | +1% | 690 |
| Reno | $49K | -14% | 270 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do tapers make in Nevada?
The median is $57,350 a year, that works out to about $28 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $45,680, and experienced tapers can clear $82,170. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $57K enough to live in Nevada?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $4,010/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,501/month, which eats 37.4% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a tapers salary go in Nevada?
Nevada has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median tapers salary is worth about $57,471 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do tapers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.