What the numbers say
Nevada's median Software Developer wage was $129,030 in 2024, about 7% below the national median of $138,520. That gap is real but not dramatic. The average wage of $137,920 sits closer to the national figure, which tells us a group of higher-paid developers here pulls the average up toward the US norm.
The spread between the bottom and top of the pay range is wide. A developer at the 10th percentile earned $76,000, while one at the 90th earned $203,840. That is close to a 2.7-to-1 ratio. Most of that spread reflects differences in experience, role type, and whether someone works in gaming technology, fintech, or smaller regional employers.
Cost of living in Nevada is nearly flat against the national baseline. The state's overall index sits at 100.8, so the $9,490 nominal gap versus the US median translates to roughly the same gap in real buying power. There is no cost-of-living cushion to close the difference.
On the jobs outlook, BLS projects Software Developer employment nationally to grow 15.8% from 2024 to 2034, a rate the agency classifies as much faster than average. Nevada's 4,640 employed developers in 2024 represents a smaller base than in coastal tech hubs, which means the absolute number of new roles will be modest even if the growth rate tracks the national trend.
Salary distribution
Where Nevada software developers fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $97,780 and $169,990, with a median of $129,030.
Software Developers in Nevada: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 348 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $119,337. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 47 | $85,000 |
| Level II — qualified | 142 | $110,701 |
| Level III — experienced | 60 | $137,259 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 40 | $176,042 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Software Developers in Nevada. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Credit One Bank, N.A. | Software Engineer IV (I) - P4 | 12 | $131,310 |
| LNW Gaming, Inc. | Advanced Software Engineer | 11 | $125,680 |
| Tesla, Inc. | Software Developers | 10 | $141,295 |
| Zappos.com LLC | Software Development Engineer II | 9 | $168,000 |
| PHOTON INFOTECH, INC. | LEAD DEVOPS ENGINEER | 9 | $131,310 |
| Deloitte Consulting LLP | Project Delivery Analyst | 8 | $78,157 |
| Motional AD Inc. | Engineer (Autonomy “ Perception) | 7 | $201,287 |
| MVATION WORLDWIDE INC | SOFTWARE ENGINEER | 5 | $110,802 |
| IGT | SQA ENGINEER (Software Engineer) | 5 | $140,000 |
| Oracle America, Inc. | Software Developer | 5 | $163,405 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Digital Bank Development - AVP III, Software Engineering -O1 at Credit One Bank, N.A.$163,405Las VegasDecided Dec 30, 2025I-200-25356-502133
- Sr. Software Engineer at CONVR INC.$148,949Las VegasDecided Dec 30, 2025I-200-25356-501730
- SOFTWARE ENGINEER at RACEDOG LIMITED$95,000LAS VEGASDecided Dec 24, 2025I-200-25351-489643
- Sr. Software Engineer I at Olo Inc.$110,802Las VegasDecided Dec 19, 2025I-200-25348-481083
- Software Development Engineer II at Zappos.com LLC$152,100Las VegasDecided Dec 19, 2025I-200-25346-479169
- Principal Software Engineer at Aristocrat Technologies, Inc.$153,909Las VegasDecided Dec 18, 2025I-200-25345-476215
- RPA Technical Lead at Intelligroup USA Ltd$110,802Las VegasDecided Dec 17, 2025I-200-25344-470991
- Manager - Digital Development at Wynn Las Vegas, LLC$163,405Las VegasDecided Dec 17, 2025I-200-25344-471246
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
Software Developers pay by experience level in Nevada
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Software Developers specialties in Nevada
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 198 certified offers. The most common variant is Software Engineer at a median of $112,000.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Engineer | MVATION WORLDWIDE INC | 73 | $112,000 |
| Software Developer | SOFTTUNE TECHNOLOGIES INC | 61 | $110,000 |
| Advanced Software Engineer | LNW Gaming, Inc. | 11 | $135,616 |
| Software Development Engineer | Zappos.com LLC | 9 | $175,000 |
| Engineer (Autonomy “ Perception) | Motional AD Inc. | 8 | $196,150 |
| Manager, Technical Services | Agilysys NV, LLC | 7 | $140,000 |
| Project Delivery Analyst | Deloitte Consulting LLP | 7 | $77,813 |
| Java Developer | RIVIANT INC | 5 | $106,038 |
| Software Architect | Aristocrat Technologies, Inc. | 5 | $145,000 |
| PRINCIPAL DATA ENGINEER | GREENSKY MANAGEMENT COMPANY LLC | 4 | $131,625 |
| Applications Consultant | CAPGEMINI AMERICA INC | 4 | $134,285 |
| Software Engineer IV (I) - P4 | Credit One Bank, N.A. | 4 | $125,998 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Software Developers in Nevada, by industry
Median offered wage across 339 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Technology and software leads with a median of $110,802.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technology and software | PHOTON INFOTECH, INC. | 197 | $110,802 |
| Professional services | Deloitte Consulting LLP | 34 | $115,000 |
| Finance and insurance | Credit One Bank, N.A. | 30 | $134,585 |
| Media and entertainment | LNW Gaming, Inc. | 26 | $124,964 |
| Manufacturing | Tesla, Inc. | 19 | $136,000 |
| Retail and wholesale | Zappos.com LLC | 16 | $163,500 |
| Energy and utilities | Southwest Gas Corporation | 6 | $135,000 |
| Education | University of Nevada, Las Vegas | 5 | $110,889 |
| Real estate | Vay Technology Inc. | 3 | $120,000 |
| Government and public sector | Adtalem Global Education Inc. | 1 | $127,583 |
| Transportation and logistics | Cargado, Inc. | 1 | $130,000 |
| Healthcare | P3 HEALTH GROUP HOLDINGS LLC | 1 | $129,338 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Nevada over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
Common tasks (O*NET)
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+15.8%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Growing much faster than average
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Software Developers in Nevada?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Software Developers in Nevada is $129,030.
- How does Nevada compare to the national median for Software Developers?
- The Nevada median is -6.9% versus the BLS national figure of $138,520.
- What is the salary range for Software Developers in Nevada?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $76,000 and the 90th-percentile at $203,840, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Software Developers a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 15.8% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Software Developers?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.