Power Plant Operators Salary in Nevada
Ranked #5 of 49 · NV
16% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $115,780 ≈ $56/hr
Median annual salary $131,400
Employment 250
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $71,760P25 $94,270 Median $131,400P75 $133,370P90 $141,600
About 80% of power plant operatorss in Nevada earn between $71,760 and $141,600. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean power plant operators salary in Nevada is $115,780, about 16% above the U.S. average ($99,790). That works out to roughly $56/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Nevada
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV | $133,140 | $126,340 | 130 |
| Reno, NV | $129,020 | $114,840 | 60 |
| Balance of Nevada nonmetropolitan area | $87,790 | $92,120 | 60 |