Registered Nurses Salary in Nevada
Median annual wage in Nevada: $103,670 +6.3% vs national
Nevada vs United States
| Nevada | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Median annual | $103,670 | $97,550 |
| Median hourly | $49.84 | $46.90 |
| Employment | 27,070 | 3,379,720 |
| Location quotient | 0.8 | 1.00 |
Data source: BLS OES state file (Nevada) · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
What this means
Pay spans a wide range: workers at the 10th percentile earn about $79,500, while those at the 90th percentile earn about $133,270 — a 1.7x gap between entry-level and top earners.
For career planning: entry-level pay (10th percentile) is about $79,500, median pay is $103,670, and experienced pay (90th percentile) reaches $133,270.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average registered nurses salary in Nevada?
The median annual wage in Nevada is $103,670 ($49.84 per hour), per BLS OES May 2024 data.
How does Nevada compare to the national average for registered nurses?
The Nevada median of $103,670 is 6.3% higher than the U.S. median of $97,550.
How many registered nurses work in Nevada?
Approximately 27,070 are employed in Nevada, per BLS OES.