Average Welder Salary in Nevada

Trades · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Welder in Nevada earns $48,100 per year, which is above the national average of $47,540. This translates to approximately $23.12 per hour, $1,850 biweekly, or $4,008 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Nevada is 4% above the national average, roughly in line with the national average.

Salary Range

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
Entry Level (25th)	$36,100	$17.36
Average (50th)	$48,100	$23.12
Experienced (75th)	$55,300	$26.59
Top Earners (90th)	$62,500	$30.05

Welder Salary by City in Nevada

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Las Vegas	$51,900	$4,325/mo
Henderson	$49,100	$4,092/mo
Reno	$47,100	$3,925/mo
North Las Vegas	$45,700	$3,808/mo
Sparks	$44,700	$3,725/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Trades
Typical Education	High school + training
Job Growth (2022-2032)	2% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	No state income tax
State Minimum Wage	$12.00/hr
Cost of Living Index	1.04 (+4% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Nevada

Major employers hiring Welders in Nevada include MGM Resorts, Caesars Entertainment, Wynn Resorts, Station Casinos, and Switch. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for trades professionals.

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