RN Salary by Role in Nevada
RN Pay by Metro in Nevada
Where you work inside Nevada moves your paycheck. Here is what registered nurses earn in each major Nevada market, compared with the national RN median of $97,550. Tap a metro for hospitals, openings and cost of living.
| Metro | Median RN pay | Typical range | NP median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas | $103,940 | $88,680 – $124,000 | $144,060 |
Powered by RN Workforce Insights™. Typical range is the 25th to 75th percentile.
About RN Pay in Nevada
Nurses in Nevada earn above the national average, with staff RNs typically making around $85,000 a year.
Pay climbs steadily with experience and responsibility. New grad RNs in Nevada typically start around $62,000, while nurses who move into specialty units like the ICU, ER, or OR can expect closer to $96,000. Stepping into leadership pays off too — nurse managers average around $107,000, directors of nursing around $124,000, and chief nursing officers can earn $147,000 or more. Nurses who pursue advanced practice (NP, CNS, CRNA, or CNM) report average earnings near $107,000.
Because Nevada has not joined the Nurse Licensure Compact, an RN license issued elsewhere does not automatically transfer here. Nurses relocating to or from Nevada should plan for licensure by endorsement through the Nevada State Board of Nursing.
As with any state, factor in local cost of living and taxes alongside salary when evaluating job offers in Nevada.
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