Lawyers pay in Nevada
In Nevada, the median pay for lawyers is $72.36 an hour ($150,510 a year). About 6,490 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($159,670). Nevada ranks 15th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for lawyers in Nevada
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $46.16 | $96,010 |
| 25% of workers | $58.88 | $122,470 |
| Half of workers (median) | $72.36 | $150,510 |
| 75% of workers | $96.62 | $200,970 |
| 90% of workers | $199.18 | $414,290 |
Lawyers pay in Nevada metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Reno | $163,380 | 630 |
| Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas | $150,510 | 5,480 |
| Carson City | $142,500 | 170 |
Nevada unemployment rate: 4.8% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for lawyers
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +4.7% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 28,700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Nevada
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Compliance Officers | $78,290 |
| Chief Executives | $149,770 |
| Financial Specialists, All Other | $61,930 |
| Labor Relations Specialists | $77,240 |
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