Registered Nurse Salary Guide: Nevada
Average Registered Nurse Salary
$68.47/hour
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Nevada is $68.47 per hour. This is 26% higher than the US average of $50.79.
Last updated on October 7, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Registered Nurse salaries in Nevada compared to National Averages
$68.47/hour
Nevada
26% higher than the US average.
$50.79/hour
United States
What cities in Nevada pay the most for Registered Nurses?
Las Vegas, Nevada pays Registered Nurses the most, averaging $69 per hour, followed by Boulder City, Nevada ($44) and Henderson, Nevada ($44). Las Vegas, Nevada also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $77. For comparison, the Nevada average for Registered Nurses is $68 per hour — Las Vegas, Nevada pays 1% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas, Nevada | $69 | $77 |
| Boulder City, Nevada | $44 | $59 |
| Henderson, Nevada | $44 | $59 |
| Elko, Nevada | $39 | $52 |
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in Nevada?
Med Surg earns the most among Nursing specialties in Nevada, averaging $53 per hour, followed by Med Surg / Telemetry ($53) and Labor and Delivery ($51). Med Surg also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $65. For comparison, the Nevada average for Registered Nurses is $68 per hour — Med Surg earns 23% less.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Med Surg | $53 | $65 |
| Med Surg / Telemetry | $53 | $65 |
| Labor and Delivery | $51 | $54 |
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Nevada compare to nearby states?
California pays Registered Nurses the most, averaging $78 per hour, followed by New Mexico ($59) and Oregon ($57). California also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the Nevada average for Registered Nurses is $68 per hour — California pays 14% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| California | $78 | $100 |
| New Mexico | $59 | $72 |
| Oregon | $57 | $78 |
| Colorado | $56 | $63 |
| Idaho | $49 | $52 |
| Arizona | $48 | $55 |
| Utah | $43 | $45 |
| Washington | $41 | $58 |
| Montana | $33 | $44 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Nevada?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Registered Nurses the most, averaging $58 per hour, followed by CoreCivic ($52). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $69. For comparison, the Nevada average for Registered Nurses is $68 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 16% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $58 | $69 |
| CoreCivic | $52 | $52 |
Last updated on October 7, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Top Registered Nurse Jobs
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- Pahrump, NV
$45-58/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room
- Specialty Surgery Center
- Las Vegas, NV
$41-62/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice
- Gentiva Hospice
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