How much does a motor vehicle operator make in Nevada?
$25,290a year
Median yearly pay for motor vehicle operators in Nevada. That is $12.16 an hour or $2,108 a month.
- Hourly
- $12.16
- Vs. national median
- -32%
- Rank among states
- 50 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $24,960Median: $25,290Highest 10%: $79,520
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $24,960 | $12.00 | |
| 25th | $24,960 | $12.00 | |
| Median | $25,290 | $12.16 | |
| 75th | $54,790 | $26.34 | |
| 90th | $79,520 | $38.23 |
Cities in Nevada
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Reno, NV | $31,740 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for motor vehicle operators.
| 47. North Carolina | $29,000 |
| 48. South Carolina | $27,840 |
| 49. Indiana | $26,920 |
| 50. Nevada | $25,290 |
| 51. Kentucky | $23,870 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a motor vehicle operator make an hour in Nevada?
The median hourly pay in Nevada is $12.16 ($25,290 a year).
Do motor vehicle operators make more in Nevada than the national average?
No: $25,290 against $37,180 nationally, 32% less.
Where does Nevada rank for motor vehicle operator pay?
Nevada ranks 50 of 51 states.
Which city in Nevada pays motor vehicle operators the most?
Reno, NV, with a median of $31,740 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.