Economists Salary in Nevada
Economists in Nevada earn a median of $91,340 a year, −27% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $91,340
- vs. U.S. median
- −27% ($124,720)
- Rank among states
- 30 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range in Nevada
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $70,960; the top 10% earn over $128,420. Nationally the range is $67,360 to $238,060.
States ranked near Nevada
Similar jobs in Nevada
- Environmental Economists$91,340 median in Nevada (broader BLS group)
- Financial Quantitative Analysts$61,930 median in Nevada (broader BLS group)
- Business Intelligence Analysts$98,540 median in Nevada (broader BLS group)
- Actuaries$132,370 median in Nevada
- Statisticians$79,750 median in Nevada
- Management Analysts$81,600 median in Nevada
Economists pay in Nevada
How much do economists make in Nevada?
The median is $91,340 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $70,960 and the top 10% earn over $128,420. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Nevada a good state for economists?
On pay alone it ranks 30 of 40 (−27% vs. the national median of $124,720). Living costs are not included.