As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Radar Engineer in Reno, NV is $74,878, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,440 weekly, or $6,240 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Radar Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Radar Engineer in Reno, NV vary widely, spanning from $62,748 to $86,552. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($68,529) and 75th percentile ($80,989), while top earners (90th percentile) make $86,552 per year. This $12,460 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Risk Management or Operating System, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Reno Radar Engineer often earn 1.2% higher than national averages. However, Reno currently ranks 339 statewide for Radar Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Radar Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Radar Engineer Salary $62,748 Reno, NV April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Radar Engineer Salary $68,529 Reno, NV April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Radar Engineer Salary $74,878 Reno, NV April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Radar Engineer Salary $80,989 Reno, NV April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Radar Engineer Salary $86,552 Reno, NV April 01, 2026
25% $68,529 10% $62,748 90% $86,552 75% $80,989 $74,878 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Radar Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Reno, Nevada    Reno (/ˈriːnoʊ/ REE-noh) is a city in the U.S. state of Nevada, located in the northwestern part of the state, approximately 22 miles (35 km) from Lak....More

Reno, Nevada  area prices were up 2.5% from a year ago

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