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Electrician Salary
in Nevada
Electricians in Nevada (NV) earn a median of $65,300 a year, about $31 an hour. That runs roughly 6% above the national median for electricians, with most earning between $42,900 and $110,400.
Electrician pay by experience in Nevada
- Apprentice$39,200$19/hr
Learning on the job under a licensed electrician, usually 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$65,300$31/hr
Licensed to work independently. The market's center of gravity.
- Master$88,800$43/hr
Can pull permits, run jobs, and supervise. Where the money is.
Electrician pay in Nevada metros
- Las Vegas$64,600$31/hr
- Henderson$66,300$32/hr
- Reno$64,900$31/hr
Licensing in Nevada
Electricians are licensed at the state or local level, typically moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed person is legally required to pull permits and sign off on work.
Frequently asked
- How much do electricians make in Nevada?
- Electricians in Nevada earn a median of $65,300 per year, about $31 per hour. That is roughly 6% above the national median. Most earn between $42,900 and $110,400.
- What is the highest-paying place for electricians in Nevada?
- Among Nevada's major metros, Henderson tends to pay electricians the most, near $66,300 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a electrician in Nevada?
- Yes. Electricians are licensed at the state or local level, typically moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed person is legally required to pull permits and sign off on work. Licensing in Nevada is handled at the state level, and a licensed person is required to permit and sign off on most work.
Electrician pay in other states
Figures are estimates for 2026, anchored to national wage data and localized for Nevada by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.