Economist Salary in Nevada
Based on 70+ workers in Nevada
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (NV)
$91,340
$43.91/hr
vs National Average
$111,296
-17.9% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$71K – $128K
70 employed in Nevada
Salary Distribution — Economist in Nevada
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $70,960 |
| 25th percentile | $79,750 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $91,340 |
| 75th percentile | $112,820 |
| 90th percentile | $128,420 |
Top-Paying Industries for Economist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Economists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Economists in Nevada tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction | $210,780 | 30 |
| Wholesale Trade | $207,400 | 40 |
| Manufacturing | $180,320 | 90 |
| Finance and Insurance | $173,990 | 2K |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $160,150 | 170 |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Economist in Nevada vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Nevada) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $75,880 |
| 2023 | $72,590 |
| 2024 | $84,540 |
| 2025 | $91,340 |
| 2026 (projected) | $96,820 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Nevada Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $75,880 | $96,369 |
| 2023 | $72,590 | $98,241 |
| 2024 | $84,540 | $102,371 |
| 2025 | $91,340 | $111,296 |
| 2026 (projected) | $96,820 | $117,974 |
Economist Salary by Experience Level in Nevada
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $79,750 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $91,340 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $112,820 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $128,420 |
Economist Salary in Other States
Related Economist Salaries in Nevada
How other high-demand occupations in Nevada compare to Economist ($91,340 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Economist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Manager in NV | $132,490 | +45.1% | $63.70/hr |
| Actuary in NV | $132,370 | +44.9% | $63.64/hr |
| Personal Financial Advisor in NV | $92,720 | +1.5% | $44.58/hr |
| Financial Examiner in NV | $84,650 | -7.3% | $40.70/hr |
| Financial Analyst in NV | $83,430 | -8.7% | $40.11/hr |
| Accountant in NV | $81,600 | -10.7% | $39.23/hr |
| Budget Analyst in NV | $81,600 | -10.7% | $39.23/hr |
| Compliance Officer in NV | $78,290 | -14.3% | $37.64/hr |
| Credit Analyst in NV | $73,090 | -20.0% | $35.14/hr |
| Loan Officer in NV | $64,500 | -29.4% | $31.01/hr |
| Tax Examiner in NV | $61,930 | -32.2% | $29.77/hr |
| Securities Sales Agent in NV | $61,490 | -32.7% | $29.56/hr |