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Security Guards average salary by city in Nevada
- Carson City$48,150
- Reno$42,310
- Las Vegas$39,360
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carson City | $48,150 | $43,640 | $35,650 | $40,869 | 98 |
| Reno | $42,310 | $39,370 | $35,580 | $36,176 | 101 |
| Las Vegas | $39,360 | $37,210 | $34,610 | $33,806 | 100 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; Nevada has no state income tax. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 33-9032.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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