Physicist Salary in Nevada
Based on 50+ workers in Nevada
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (NV)
$154,030
$74.05/hr
vs National Average
$153,763
+0.2% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$103K – $220K
50 employed in Nevada
Salary Distribution — Physicist in Nevada
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $102,580 |
| 25th percentile | $107,530 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $154,030 |
| 75th percentile | $165,110 |
| 90th percentile | $220,070 |
Top-Paying Industries for Physicist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Physicists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Physicists in Nevada tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | $239,360 | 3K |
| Wholesale Trade | $219,010 | — |
| Other Services (except Public Administration) | $213,780 | 50 |
| Administrative and Support Services | $210,530 | — |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $176,170 | 10K |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Physicist in Nevada vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Nevada) |
|---|---|
| 2023 | $112,460 |
| 2024 | $116,080 |
| 2025 | $154,030 |
| 2026 (projected) | $163,272 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $112,460 | $142,089 |
| 2024 | $116,080 | $149,537 |
| 2025 | $154,030 | $153,763 |
| 2026 (projected) | $163,272 | $162,989 |
Physicist Salary by Experience Level in Nevada
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $107,530 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $154,030 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $165,110 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $220,070 |
Physicist Salary in Other States
Related Physicist Salaries in Nevada
How other high-demand occupations in Nevada compare to Physicist ($154,030 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Physicist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Psychologist in NV | $102,650 | -33.4% | $49.35/hr |
| Urban and Regional Planner in NV | $100,040 | -35.1% | $48.10/hr |
| Geoscientist in NV | $99,890 | -35.1% | $48.02/hr |
| Medical Scientist in NV | $98,560 | -36.0% | $47.38/hr |
| Environmental Scientist in NV | $83,050 | -46.1% | $39.93/hr |
| Chemist in NV | $81,170 | -47.3% | $39.02/hr |
| Biochemist and Biophysicist in NV | $69,220 | -55.1% | $33.28/hr |
| Lawyer in NV | $150,510 | -2.3% | $72.36/hr |
| Chief Executive Officer in NV | $149,770 | -2.8% | $72.00/hr |
| Engineering Manager in NV | $161,560 | +4.9% | $77.67/hr |
| Dentist in NV | $162,200 | +5.3% | $77.98/hr |
| Computer and Information Systems Manager in NV | $165,000 | +7.1% | $79.33/hr |