Nevada Median
$93,560
per year
Hourly Rate
$44.98
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+15% vs US median
US median $81,390
State Rank
#4 of 41
180 employed here
How much do Cartographers and Photogrammetrists make in Nevada?
Cartographers and Photogrammetrists in Nevada take home a median of $93,560 annually — roughly $44.98 an hour — which runs 15% above the national median of $81,390.
Within Nevada, entry-level pay starts around $67,040 while the top 10% make $121,000 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $78,170 and $103,570 a year.
Cartographers and Photogrammetrists salary range in Nevada
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $67,040 | $32.23 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $78,170 | $37.58 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $93,560 | $44.98 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $103,570 | $49.79 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $121,000 | $58.17 |
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How Nevada compares
Nevada ranks 4th out of 41 states and territories for Cartographers and Photogrammetrists pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Cartographers and Photogrammetrists salary in other states
California $102,780Minnesota $99,850Washington $96,100Massachusetts $92,230New York $89,290Alaska $89,170New Jersey $88,480Oregon $88,240Colorado $86,960Virginia $86,660Oklahoma $86,410Iowa $84,570Maryland $84,360Connecticut $84,100Arizona $82,260Nebraska $81,500North Carolina $81,080Florida $79,650New Mexico $79,200Maine $78,670Missouri $76,950Wisconsin $76,760Utah $75,220Michigan $75,090Indiana $74,800Texas $73,970Pennsylvania $73,180Tennessee $72,990Idaho $72,930South Dakota $72,910South Carolina $72,260Montana $72,220New Hampshire $72,130Kentucky $71,470North Dakota $71,070Ohio $70,990Wyoming $70,590Georgia $62,630Louisiana $59,990Illinois $54,680
Working as Cartographers and Photogrammetrists in Nevada
Nationally, about 14,000 people work as Cartographers and Photogrammetrists in the United States. A certificate or diploma program (usually 6 to 18 months) is the typical entry path.
Considering a move? Compare Nevada pay ($93,560) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much do Cartographers and Photogrammetrists make in Nevada?
The median Cartographers and Photogrammetrists salary in Nevada is $93,560 per year, or about $44.98 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $67,040 at the entry level to $121,000 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Nevada pay compare to the national average?
Nevada pays Cartographers and Photogrammetrists about 15% more than the national median of $81,390. Nevada ranks 4th out of 41 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Nevada a good state for Cartographers and Photogrammetrists?
Yes on pay — Nevada pays above the national median for this occupation, at $93,560 a year. About 180 Cartographers and Photogrammetrists are employed in Nevada. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Nevada?
The highest-paying occupations in Nevada include Dermatologist ($419,410), Radiologist ($386,210), Physician, Pathologists ($384,350), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.