Nevada Career Guide: Overview of Hot Careers in Nevada (NV)
Nevada is a state that has much to offer, from casinos and nightlife to magnificent mountains, lakes, national parks, museums and fine dining. It has something for everyone, including the job seeker; there are a wide variety of career opportunities. According to the US Census Bureau, the state had a population of approximately 3.1 million in 2022. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported an average hourly wage of $24.56 for all occupations, as of May 2021. In February 2023, the BLS also reported a civilian labor force of about 1.5 million and an unemployment rate of 5.5%. The employment rate during the April to May 2020 period was high due to the pandemic.
Fastest-Growing Careers
According to CareerOneStop.org, these will be the fastest-growing careers in Nevada between 2020-2030. These occupations are projected to have anywhere from 51% - 100% growth during that decade. Aerospace Engineers, and Bicycle Repairers, however, can expect more rapid growth at a rate of 100% each in the ten-year period.
- Aerospace Engineers
- Bicycle Repairers
- Geographers
- Solar Photovoltaic Installers
- Nurse Practitioners
- Cooks, Restaurant
- Costume Attendants
- Dental Laboratory Technicians
- Gambling Dealers
- Home Health and Personal Care Aides
Most Job Openings
Though not necessarily among the fastest growing jobs, the following are the top 20 jobs projected to have the most openings, in order, from 2020-2030. These occupations can expect anywhere from 1,910 - 9,110 job openings per year, according to CareerOneStop.org.
- Fast Food and Counter Workers
- Cashiers
- Retail Salespersons
- Waiters and Waitresses
- Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand
- Stockers and Order Fillers
- Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners
- Cooks, Restaurant
- Customer Service Representatives
- Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners
- Office Clerks, General
- Security Guards
- Gambling Dealers
- Home Health and Personal Care Aides
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers
- Bartenders
- General and Operations Managers
- First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers
- Carpenters
- Registered Nurses
- Maintenance and Repair Workers, General
