Nevada (NV)
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H1BIndex State Grade
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B
FY 2026
2023
A
2024
A
2025
A
Total State Visa Volume i
266
Filings in FY 2026
Median State Salary i
$117,846
Standard yearly salary
True Purchasing Power i
$111,954
Adjusted for Cost of Living
USCIS Approval Rate i
99.6%
Official Adjudication
State Economic & Immigration Overview
An automated macro-level review of Nevada's tech ecosystem.Nevada Regional Score
Employers across Nevada submitted 266 work visa applications. Looking at these total hiring numbers, the state achieves an overall H1B Index Rating of "B".
High Talent Transfers
The job market in Nevada is highly competitive. Approximately 60.4% of filings aggressively recruit professionals who already hold visas at rival companies.
Living Costs
It is important to look past the raw $117,846 salary figure. Because Nevada collects a 5.0% state tax, actual localized purchasing power settles near $111,954.
Reliable Visa Process
If you want a stable career path, Nevada is a great option. Companies successfully get 99.6% of their work visas approved, alongside 45 active Green Card sponsorships.
Focus on Senior Talent
The corporate ecosystem here leans distinctly toward advanced skill sets. A substantial 41.0% of all visa applications secure top-tier, fully competent professional workers.
Local Economy Focus
Las Vegas is the top location for international talent in Nevada. The data also shows that the Professional, Scientific, and Tech Services industry is the biggest job provider statewide.
Layoff Radar & Risk Indicators
Clean Layoff Record
Zero Job Cuts: There are no records of companies in Nevada letting go of staff while applying for these work visas.
Top Metro Hubs in Nevada
Hiring volume across major cities mapped against the state baseline compensation rate of $117,846.Talent Sourcing Pipeline
Are companies hiring fresh talent or poaching from competitors?Fresh Hires (39.6%)Corporate Poaching (60.4%)
State Wage Premium
$19,556
Above Legal Minimum
On average, employers in Nevada offer salaries that are $19,556 higher than the baseline prevailing wage required by the Department of Labor.
10-Year Salary Trends
Comparing state-level base compensation growth for temporary H-1B visas versus permanent Green Cards (PERM). Wage Growth: +59.9%. State median pay has risen over the last ten years.
Lower Wage: -$48,581. Surprisingly, permanent jobs in 2026 actually pay 43.4% less than temporary contracts in this state.
Top Hiring Employers
Companies sponsoring the most visas in this state.
Company & Median Pay
Total Approvals
O*NET Wage Level Distribution
Experience requirements matched against pay tiers across the state.| Experience Level | Total Filings | Cohort Size | Minimum Base | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry Level (Level I) | 32 | 12.0% | $50,000 | $86,856 |
| Qualified (Level II) | 113 | 42.5% | $48,609 | $105,000 |
| Experienced (Level III) | 57 | 21.4% | $79,550 | $124,531 |
| Fully Competent (Level IV) | 52 | 19.5% | $100,000 | $153,305 |
| Not Disclosed (Blank) | 12 | 4.5% | $107,000 | $144,030 |
Geographic Deployment & Worksites
The top locations where state employers place their workers.| City/Metro Area | Workforce % | City Median Pay | Wage (Level IV) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas, NV | 51.5% (137 Filings) | $112,000 | 19.0% |
| Sparks, NV | 20.7% (55 Filings) | $120,120 | 10.9% |
| Reno, NV | 13.5% (36 Filings) | $112,599 | 19.4% |
| Henderson, NV | 4.1% (11 Filings) | $151,000 | 54.5% |
| Carson City, NV | 2.6% (7 Filings) | $109,641 | 0.0% |
| Carlin, NV | 1.5% (4 Filings) | $109,100 | 50.0% |
| Incline Village, NV | 0.8% (2 Filings) | $235,764 | 50.0% |
| Eureka, NV | 0.8% (2 Filings) | $120,800 | 50.0% |
| Crescent Valley, NV | 0.4% (1 Filings) | $96,450 | 0.0% |
| Fernley, NV | 0.4% (1 Filings) | $86,112 | 0.0% |
| Golconda, NV | 0.4% (1 Filings) | $125,600 | 100.0% |
| Fallon, NV | 0.4% (1 Filings) | $85,000 | 0.0% |
| Manhanttan, NV | 0.4% (1 Filings) | $130,000 | 0.0% |
| Lovelock, NV | 0.4% (1 Filings) | $210,000 | 0.0% |
| Minden, NV | 0.4% (1 Filings) | $69,996 | 0.0% |
| Nevada, NV | 0.4% (1 Filings) | $149,115 | 0.0% |
| Orovada, NV | 0.4% (1 Filings) | $170,400 | 0.0% |
| North Las Vegas, NV | 0.4% (1 Filings) | $135,000 | 0.0% |
| Range 63C, NV | 0.4% (1 Filings) | $143,000 | 100.0% |
| Renu, NV | 0.4% (1 Filings) | $145,000 | 100.0% |
Most Poached Roles
Roles with the highest volume of H-1B transfers, indicating aggressive headhunting.
Role & Transfer Pay
Total Transferred
Dominant Industries
Distribution of cases by broad industry sector.32.3%
20.3%
19.2%
6.8%
6.8%
Historical Retention Rate
Year-over-year percentage of successful visa renewals and extensions.Top Third-Party End Clients i
Where consultants are deployed.
End Client & Placement Data
Total Approvals
Highest Compensation Roles i
Top positions ranked by median base pay.
Role & Market Data
Median Base
Law Firms & Third-Party Work i
Leading legal counsel for visas.
Law Firm & Market Data
Total Approvals
Visa Volume & Success
-87.5% YoY Decline
LCA approvals, denials, and overall certification rates.
USCIS Petition Processing
New vs. Renewed approvals and denials in the state.Green Card Sponsorships
PERM residency applications and median GC wages.Noticing a difference in dates? Salary metrics reflect real-time DOL filings, while approval metrics rely on finalized USCIS historical data. View timelines
Complete Employers Matrix
A detailed ledger of all corporate clients operating in Nevada.| Sponsoring Employer | Market Share | LCA Count | Median Salary | Vs State Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla, Inc. | 14.7% | 39 | $109,350 | -7.2% Avg |
| University Of Nevada, Reno | 2.6% | 7 | $81,000 | -31.3% Avg |
| University Of Nevada, Las Vegas | 2.6% | 7 | $90,000 | -23.6% Avg |
| Credit One Bank, N.A. | 2.6% | 7 | $135,169 | +14.7% Avg |
| Nevada Gold Mines LLC | 2.3% | 6 | $109,100 | -7.4% Avg |
| Panasonic Energy Corporation Of North America (Pecna) | 2.3% | 6 | $131,617 | +11.7% Avg |
| Ernst & Young U.S. LLP | 1.9% | 5 | $178,500 | +51.5% Avg |
| Lnw Gaming, Inc. | 1.5% | 4 | $131,387 | +11.5% Avg |
| Amazon.com Services LLC | 1.5% | 4 | $131,426 | +11.5% Avg |
| Wsp USA Inc. | 1.5% | 4 | $104,000 | -11.7% Avg |
| Cgi Technologies And Solutions Inc. | 1.1% | 3 | $149,115 | +26.5% Avg |
| Photon Infotech, Inc. | 1.1% | 3 | $98,000 | -16.8% Avg |
| Zappos.com LLC | 1.1% | 3 | $152,100 | +29.1% Avg |
| Aristocrat Technologies, Inc. | 1.1% | 3 | $90,000 | -23.6% Avg |
| Abnormal Ai, Inc. | 1.1% | 3 | $207,000 | +75.7% Avg |
| Wipro Limited | 1.1% | 3 | $86,025 | -27.0% Avg |
| Global Experience Specialists, LLC | 1.1% | 3 | $158,725 | +34.7% Avg |
| Amperesand Inc. | 0.8% | 2 | $137,500 | +16.7% Avg |
| Atos Syntel Inc. | 0.8% | 2 | $114,125 | -3.2% Avg |
| Accenture LLP | 0.8% | 2 | $209,700 | +77.9% Avg |
| Amazon Data Services, Inc. | 0.8% | 2 | $150,400 | +27.6% Avg |
| Westwood Professional Services, Inc. | 0.8% | 2 | $90,000 | -23.6% Avg |
| Rv Trip LLC | 0.8% | 2 | $79,000 | -33.0% Avg |
| Richtech Robotics Inc. | 0.8% | 2 | $100,000 | -15.1% Avg |
| Palayekar Companies Inc. | 0.8% | 2 | $97,646 | -17.1% Avg |
| Oracle America, Inc. | 0.8% | 2 | $169,094 | +43.5% Avg |
| Thrive Software Technologies LLC | 0.8% | 2 | $110,802 | -6.0% Avg |
| Saint-Gobain Shared Services Corporation | 0.8% | 2 | $122,500 | +3.9% Avg |
| Cloudware LLC | 0.8% | 2 | $106,590 | -9.6% Avg |
| Motional Ad Inc. | 0.8% | 2 | $139,531 | +18.4% Avg |
| Launchpad Strategy, LLC | 0.8% | 2 | $80,000 | -32.1% Avg |
| Mgm Resorts International Operations, Inc. | 0.8% | 2 | $144,030 | +22.2% Avg |
| Lv Surgery Associates Pllc | 0.8% | 2 | $325,000 | +175.8% Avg |
| Hometown Health Plan, Inc. | 0.8% | 2 | $355,716 | +201.8% Avg |
| Amazon Data Services, Inc. | 0.8% | 2 | $141,500 | +20.1% Avg |
| Cognizant Technology Solutions Us Corp. | 0.8% | 2 | $101,941 | -13.5% Avg |
| Deloitte Consulting LLP | 0.8% | 2 | $83,429 | -29.2% Avg |
| O'Neill, Clark, Narvarte And Vicks, PC | 0.8% | 2 | $240,000 | +103.7% Avg |
| Inrika Inc. | 0.8% | 2 | $119,808 | +1.7% Avg |
| F Q R LLC | 0.8% | 2 | $83,200 | -29.4% Avg |
Complete Jobs Matrix
The job titles most frequently sponsored in this state.| Job Title in State | LCA Count | Median Pay | Salary Variance | Legal Wage Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Process Engineer | 8 | $103,000 | $15,000 Range | +$6,779 Over Min |
| Manufacturing Equipment Engineer | 6 | $102,500 | $20,000 Range | +$6,279 Over Min |
| Software Developer | 6 | $120,000 | $63,835 Range | +$9,198 Over Min |
| Software Engineer | 5 | $110,802 | $26,312 Range | Baseline Pay |
| Data Engineer | 5 | $99,800 | $19,099 Range | +$9,550 Over Min |
| Assistant Professor | 3 | $99,000 | $18,228 Range | +$14,380 Over Min |
| Consultant, Traffic Engineer | 3 | $104,000 | Fixed Pay | +$12,958 Over Min |
| General Manager, Operations | 3 | $165,965 | $79,895 Range | +$79,895 Over Min |
| Manufacturing Engineer | 3 | $134,940 | $14,940 Range | +$38,719 Over Min |
| Manufacturing Controls Dev Engineer | 3 | $108,000 | $7,467 Range | +$11,779 Over Min |
| Senior Geologist | 3 | $120,000 | $4,000 Range | +$4,643 Over Min |
| Electrical Engineer | 2 | $77,498 | $7,502 Range | +$2,951 Over Min |
| Business Analyst | 2 | $118,102 | $1,706 Range | +$19,365 Over Min |
| Computer And Information Systems Managers - Kboeytest9712-30 | 2 | $310,937 | Fixed Pay | +$116,540 Over Min |
| Automation Engineer - Ipg | 2 | $122,500 | $12,500 Range | +$36,742 Over Min |
| Director Of Corporate Technology | 2 | $144,030 | Fixed Pay | Baseline Pay |
| Esg Sustainability Analyst | 2 | $100,000 | Fixed Pay | +$11,205 Over Min |
| Information Security Analyst - Kbgfjg118537-7 | 2 | $176,200 | Fixed Pay | +$86,594 Over Min |
| Financial Analyst | 2 | $80,000 | Fixed Pay | +$2,707 Over Min |
| Data Architecture Senior Manager | 2 | $209,700 | $6,600 Range | +$74,770 Over Min |
| Technical Lead L1 | 2 | $96,300 | $19,735 Range | +$20,494 Over Min |
| Systems Analyst - Erp | 2 | $106,590 | $3,608 Range | +$11,014 Over Min |
| Surgeon | 2 | $325,000 | Fixed Pay | +$85,800 Over Min |
| Manager Jc50 - Network And Computer Systems Administrators | 2 | $101,941 | Fixed Pay | Baseline Pay |
| Manufacturing Controls Engineer | 2 | $163,647 | Fixed Pay | +$43,932 Over Min |
| Product Manager | 2 | $139,135 | $5,865 Range | +$37,131 Over Min |
| Production Planner | 2 | $100,000 | Fixed Pay | +$16,519 Over Min |
| Project Manager | 2 | $95,420 | $4,420 Range | +$2,860 Over Min |
| Qa Engineer | 2 | $110,500 | $10,500 Range | +$8,154 Over Min |
| Senior Ios App Developer | 2 | $110,802 | Fixed Pay | Baseline Pay |
| Project Delivery Specialist | 2 | $83,429 | Fixed Pay | Baseline Pay |
| Materials Planner | 2 | $90,000 | Fixed Pay | +$13,050 Over Min |
| Test Engineer | 2 | $140,000 | Fixed Pay | +$31,528 Over Min |
| Senior Software Engineer | 2 | $119,262 | $9,043 Range | Baseline Pay |
| Sr Qa Engineer | 2 | $123,323 | $1,209 Range | +$14,851 Over Min |
| Tech Infra Program Manager Ii | 2 | $150,400 | Fixed Pay | +$51,372 Over Min |
| Accountant | 2 | $79,000 | Fixed Pay | +$10,589 Over Min |
| Advertising And Promotions Manager | 2 | $83,200 | Fixed Pay | +$26,146 Over Min |
| Advanced Software Engineer | 2 | $131,387 | $5,706 Range | +$7,439 Over Min |
| Technical Program Manager, Hardware (5) | 2 | $131,186 | Fixed Pay | Baseline Pay |
Historical Compensation Ledger
Year-over-year salary data comparing historical averages.| Fiscal Year | YoY Growth | Maximum | Median | Top-Heavy Skew i | Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | In Progress | $325,000 | $112,000 | +7.3% Skew | $23.00/hr |
| 2025 | +6.8% | $400,000 | $104,083 | Balanced | $14.00/hr |
| 2024 | +1.9% | $400,000 | $97,427 | +7.1% Skew | $20.00/hr |
| 2023 | +1.6% | $400,000 | $95,576 | +8.3% Skew | $16.00/hr |
| 2022 | +3.9% | $400,000 | $94,069 | +6.3% Skew | $15.00/hr |
| 2021 | +8.1% | $400,000 | $90,515 | Balanced | $13.00/hr |
| 2020 | +0.2% | $382,651 | $83,724 | Balanced | $8.00/hr |
| 2019 | +2.7% | $380,000 | $83,585 | Balanced | $15.00/hr |
| 2018 | +12.7% | $380,000 | $81,411 | Balanced | $12.00/hr |
| 2017 | +3.1% | $400,000 | $72,250 | +5.1% Skew | $9.00/hr |
| 2016 | N/A | $300,000 | $70,058 | +7.3% Skew | $13.00/hr |
Recent Visa Filings (FY 2026)
Raw, unedited federal disclosures processed in this state.State Intelligence (FAQ)
Common questions and insights regarding Nevada.Which business sector leads H-1B hiring in Nevada?
The local hiring market is dominated largely by the Professional, Scientific, and Tech Services industry, responsible for 32.3% of all certified applications.
Do H-1B workers pay high taxes in Nevada?
In Nevada, state taxes sit around 5.0%. For a professional earning the $117,846 median, expect roughly $5,892 in state deductions.
How likely are companies in Nevada to sponsor a Green Card?
There is an active pathway to permanent residency here. Employers recently submitted 45 PERM applications, establishing a 16.9% Green Card rate.