Atmospheric and Space Scientists Salary in Las Vegas, NV

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV

Median annual salary $103,540 +6.2% vs national
Median hourly $49.78
10th percentile $73,050
90th percentile $167,350
Employed locally 40
National median $97,450

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $73,050
    25th
    $84,110
    50th (median)
    $103,540
    75th
    $137,200
    90th
    $167,350

    Las Vegas economic context

    Unemployment rate 5.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $73,845 2023 • Census ACS
    Atmospheric and Space Scientists salary vs area income 140% Median Atmospheric and Space Scientists salary is 40% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Atmospheric and Space Scientists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $141,370
    Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY $134,060
    San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX $132,850
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $128,940
    Hawaii $122,180
    Urban Honolulu, HI $122,180

    Nearby metros — Atmospheric and Space Scientists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Reno, NV $113,320
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $112,780

    Related occupations in Las Vegas, NV

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $80,700
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $103,010
    Forensic Science Technicians $76,540
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $60,380
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $102,870
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $85,110

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Atmospheric and Space Scientists make per hour in Las Vegas?

    The median hourly wage for Atmospheric and Space Scientists in Las Vegas, NV is $49.78, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $84.06 or more per hour.

    Is Las Vegas above or below average for Atmospheric and Space Scientists salaries?

    The median Atmospheric and Space Scientists salary in Las Vegas, NV is 6.2% above the national median of $97,450. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Atmospheric and Space Scientists in Las Vegas?

    Entry-level Atmospheric and Space Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $73,050 per year in Las Vegas, NV. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $84,110.