Tapers pay in Nevada
In Nevada, the median pay for tapers is $29.18 an hour ($60,690 a year). About 1,190 people work in this job there.
That is 11% lower than the U.S. median ($68,270). Nevada ranks 16th of 27 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for tapers in Nevada
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.08 | $43,840 |
| 25% of workers | $23.10 | $48,040 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.18 | $60,690 |
| 75% of workers | $37.76 | $78,540 |
| 90% of workers | $48.60 | $101,090 |
Tapers pay in Nevada metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Reno | $61,050 | 250 |
| Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas | $60,670 | 900 |
Nevada unemployment rate: 4.8% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for tapers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -1.6% over ten years, little or no change · about 900 openings a year (BLS)
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