How much does an economist make in Nevada?
$91,340a year
Median yearly pay for economists in Nevada. That is $43.91 an hour or $7,612 a month.
- Hourly
- $43.91
- Vs. national median
- -27%
- Rank among states
- 30 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $70,960Median: $91,340Highest 10%: $128,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $70,960 | $34.12 | |
| 25th | $79,750 | $38.34 | |
| Median | $91,340 | $43.91 | |
| 75th | $112,800 | $54.24 | |
| 90th | $128,400 | $61.74 |
Cities in Nevada
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Las Vegas, NV | $93,830 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for economists.
| 27. Iowa | $96,310 |
| 28. Arkansas | $91,560 |
| 29. Maine | $91,480 |
| 30. Nevada | $91,340 |
| 31. Oklahoma | $89,980 |
| 32. Montana | $89,340 |
| 33. New Hampshire | $86,130 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an economist make an hour in Nevada?
The median hourly pay in Nevada is $43.91 ($91,340 a year).
Do economists make more in Nevada than the national average?
No: $91,340 against $124,700 nationally, 27% less.
Where does Nevada rank for economist pay?
Nevada ranks 30 of 40 states.
Which city in Nevada pays economists the most?
Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV, with a median of $93,830 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.