Atmospheric and Space Scientists Salary in Reno, NV

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Reno, NV

Median annual salary $113,320 +16.3% vs national
Median hourly $54.48
10th percentile $60,110
90th percentile $201,740
Employed locally 60
National median $97,450

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $60,110
    25th
    $69,990
    50th (median)
    $113,320
    75th
    $148,490
    90th
    $201,740

    Reno economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,684 2023 • Census ACS
    Atmospheric and Space Scientists salary vs area income 134% Median Atmospheric and Space Scientists salary is 34% 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
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $112,780
    Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV $103,540

    Related occupations in Reno, NV

    OccupationMedian salary
    Chemical Technicians $48,730
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $93,600
    Biological Scientists, All Other $59,290
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $106,530
    Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers $93,180
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $77,440

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Atmospheric and Space Scientists in Reno, NV is $54.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $107.66 or more per hour.

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

    The median Atmospheric and Space Scientists salary in Reno, NV is 16.3% 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 Reno?

    Entry-level Atmospheric and Space Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $60,110 per year in Reno, NV. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $69,990.