How much does a plant and system operator make in Nevada?
$80,000a year
Median yearly pay for plant and system operators in Nevada. That is $38.46 an hour or $6,667 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.46
- Vs. national median
- +28%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,720Median: $80,000Highest 10%: $137,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,720 | $24.87 | |
| 25th | $61,690 | $29.66 | |
| Median | $80,000 | $38.46 | |
| 75th | $101,500 | $48.79 | |
| 90th | $137,100 | $65.93 |
Cities in Nevada
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Reno, NV | $92,870 |
| Las Vegas, NV | $83,870 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for plant and system operators.
| 3. Minnesota | $88,290 |
| 4. Maryland | $81,890 |
| 5. Montana | $81,340 |
| 6. Nevada | $80,000 |
| 7. California | $78,020 |
| 8. Illinois | $77,780 |
| 9. Iowa | $75,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a plant and system operator make an hour in Nevada?
The median hourly pay in Nevada is $38.46 ($80,000 a year).
Do plant and system operators make more in Nevada than the national average?
Yes: $80,000 against $62,470 nationally, 28% more.
Where does Nevada rank for plant and system operator pay?
Nevada ranks 6 of 44 states.
Which city in Nevada pays plant and system operators the most?
Reno, NV, with a median of $92,870 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.