Healthcare jobs and pay in Carson City, NV
Carson City healthcare pay by profession, from the BLS metro-area wage data, with cost of living, hospitals and what travel assignments pay here. Registered nurses earn a median of $47.88 per hour. The free report adds named employers and open roles.
What healthcare pays in Carson City
| Profession | Median / hr | Typical range / hr | Median / year | Employed in metro |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $47.88 | $43–$52 | $99,600 | 730 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $36.73 | $32–$37 | $76,390 | 100 |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | $22.38 | $18–$24 | $46,560 | 300 |
| Radiologic Technologist | $42.37 | $37–$49 | $88,120 | — |
| CT Technologist | $42.37 | $37–$49 | $88,120 | — |
| Respiratory Therapist | $38.23 | $32–$49 | $79,510 | — |
| Surgical Technologist | $36.89 | $30–$40 | $76,740 | — |
| Physical Therapist | $55.71 | $49–$56 | $115,880 | 50 |
| Occupational Therapist | $50.37 | $45–$62 | $104,770 | — |
| Speech-Language Pathologist | $48.48 | $40–$55 | $100,840 | — |
| Medical Coder | $25.83 | $24–$31 | $53,730 | 100 |
| CDI Specialist | $27.53 | $21–$37 | $57,260 | — |
| Utilization Review Nurse | $47.88 | $43–$52 | $99,600 | 730 |
| Telehealth / Triage Nurse | $47.88 | $43–$52 | $99,600 | 730 |
| Patient Access Representative | $18.50 | $17–$21 | $38,480 | 200 |
| EHR / Epic Analyst | $48.95 | $38–$56 | $101,810 | — |
| Regulatory Affairs Specialist | $37.95 | $32–$46 | $78,940 | 250 |
| Pharmacist | $73.37 | $67–$78 | $152,610 | 50 |
| Pharmacy Technician | $23.00 | $19–$25 | $47,840 | 70 |
| Medical Laboratory Scientist | $29.87 | $24–$43 | $62,130 | 80 |
| Phlebotomist | $19.25 | $18–$23 | $40,050 | — |
| Nurse Informaticist | $47.88 | $43–$52 | $99,600 | 730 |
| Healthcare IT Support Specialist | $40.52 | $32–$47 | $84,280 | 510 |
| Biomedical Equipment Technician | $32.43 | $21–$45 | $67,450 | — |
| MRI Technologist | $47.56 | $40–$51 | $98,930 | — |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographer | $45.37 | $39–$50 | $94,370 | — |
| Echocardiography Technologist | $24.24 | $23–$43 | $50,430 | — |
| Cath Lab Technologist | $24.24 | $23–$43 | $50,430 | — |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologist | $51.76 | $46–$52 | $107,670 | — |
| Physician Assistant | $61.20 | $26–$82 | $127,290 | 70 |
| Nurse Case Manager | $47.88 | $43–$52 | $99,600 | 730 |
| Nurse Manager & Leadership | $53.40 | $46–$69 | $111,070 | 160 |
| Registered Dietitian | $33.53 | $30–$40 | $69,740 | — |
| Clinical Social Worker | $37.25 | $35–$42 | $77,480 | 30 |
| Medical Assistant | $22.38 | $19–$23 | $46,550 | 190 |
| Sterile Processing Technician | $20.00 | $19–$24 | $41,600 | — |
| Medical Biller | $22.34 | $20–$25 | $46,460 | 60 |
| Dentist | $62.02 | $49–$80 | $129,000 | 30 |
| Dental Hygienist | $51.03 | $48–$57 | $106,150 | 50 |
| Dental Assistant | $23.21 | $20–$29 | $48,270 | 90 |
| Dental Office Manager | $53.40 | $46–$69 | $111,070 | 160 |
| Dental Front Office & Treatment Coordinator | $22.85 | $20–$25 | $47,540 | 170 |
| Dental Lab Technician | $24.34 | $18–$42 | $50,620 | — |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, for the Carson City metro area (statewide where the metro figure is not published). Pick a profession for the full pay breakdown, rankings and open roles.
Cost of living in Carson City
- Overall prices in Carson City run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.1).
- Housing runs 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.2).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities, 2024.
Travel assignment per diem in Carson City
The federal per diem benchmark for travel assignments in Carson City is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on your tax home. See the travel pay calculator.
Hospitals in Carson City
CMS lists 1 hospital in Carson City.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Cities near Carson City
| City | Distance | RN median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reno, NV | 28 mi | $49.82/hr | 281,714 |
| Sparks, NV | 29 mi | $49.82/hr | 111,520 |
| Folsom, CA | 82 mi | $81.35/hr | 88,091 |
| Rocklin, CA | 84 mi | $81.35/hr | 75,129 |
| Lincoln, CA | 85 mi | $81.35/hr | 56,268 |
| Roseville, CA | 89 mi | $81.35/hr | 163,304 |
Common questions
How much do healthcare workers make in Carson City?
Registered nurses in the Carson City metro area earn a median of $47.88 per hour, about $99,600 a year (BLS, May 2024). The table above lists 43 professions with their own medians and ranges.
How many hospitals are in Carson City?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Carson City, Nevada.
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Your RN pay reportCarson City, NV · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- U R First LLCLas Vegas, NV · 1 wage offer$37.50/ hr$32–$43
- William Bee Ririe Hospital and Rural Health ClinicsEly, NV · 1 wage offer$36.00/ hr$36–$36
- Lincoln County Hospital DistrictCaliente, NV · 1 wage offer$35.00/ hr$35–$35
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
4 RN postings with published pay in Nevada, 4 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 4 RN roles
- Women's Health PACT Outpatient Staff Registered NursePermanent$87k–$161k/ year
- Registered Nurse - Primary CarePermanent$30.40–$38.00/ hour
+ 2 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.