Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants Salary in Nevada

$21,019 $68,213
10th pct Median: $39,659 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$21,019
25th Percentile$28,554
50th (Median)$39,659
75th Percentile$54,729
90th (Top Earners)$68,213
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Nevada median salary of $39,659 for Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants has the purchasing power of approximately $36,961 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Nevada's higher cost of living (COL index: 107.3) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants make in Nevada?
Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants in Nevada earn a median annual salary of $39,659 per year ($19.07/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $40,060.
Is Nevada a good state for Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants?
Nevada pays slightly below the national average for medical secretaries and administrative assistants. Cost of living in Nevada is higher average (COL index: 107.3).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants in Nevada?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 107.3 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $39,659 salary in Nevada has the purchasing power of approximately $36,961 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Nevada reduce real purchasing power.
How does Nevada compare to neighboring states for Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Nevada

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $328,878
2 Radiologists $306,821
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $303,158
4 Surgeons, All Other $291,575
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $269,161
6 Psychiatrists $247,300
7 Physicians, Pathologists $241,481
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $240,907
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants in Nevada

Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the administrative sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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