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How much do Boilermakers make in Nevada?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Boilermakers in Nevada earn a median salary of $61,430 per year ($5,119/month). This is 23.3% below the national average of $80,105. Nevada ranks #34 out of 37 states for Boilermakers pay. Approximately 70 people work in this occupation across Nevada. Salaries decreased by 16.1% compared to 2024.
Construct, assemble, maintain, and repair stationary steam boilers and boiler house auxiliaries. Align structures or plate sections to assemble boiler frame tanks or vats, following blueprints. Work involves use of hand and power tools, plumb bobs, levels, wedges, dogs, or turnbuckles. Assist in testing assembled vessels. Direct cleaning of boilers and boiler furnaces. Inspect and repair boiler fittings, such as safety valves, regulators, automatic-control mechanisms, water columns, and auxiliary machines.
Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor
Salaries for Boilermakers in Nevada range from $54,200 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $93,480 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $59,840 and $75,100.
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $54,200 | $26.06 | $4,516 |
| 25th Percentile | $59,840 | $28.77 | $4,986 |
| Median (50th) | $61,430 | $29.53 | $5,119 |
| 75th Percentile | $75,100 | $36.11 | $6,258 |
| 90th Percentile (Experienced) | $93,480 | $44.94 | $7,790 |
Note: The mean (average) salary of $68,570 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
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Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
Our Methodology · Data Sources · Source: BLS OEWS