As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Wastewater Engineer in Las Vegas, NV is $51,022, equivalent to $25 per hour, $981 weekly, or $4,252 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Wastewater Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Wastewater Engineer in Las Vegas, NV vary widely, spanning from $42,005 to $60,169. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($46,302) and 75th percentile ($55,810), while top earners (90th percentile) make $60,169 per year. This $9,508 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Environmental Science, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Las Vegas Wastewater Engineer often earn 1.8% lower than national averages. However, Las Vegas currently ranks 460 statewide for Wastewater 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
Wastewater Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $42,005 Las Vegas, NV August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $46,302 Las Vegas, NV August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $51,022 Las Vegas, NV August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $55,810 Las Vegas, NV August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $60,169 Las Vegas, NV August 01, 2026
25% $46,302 10% $42,005 90% $60,169 75% $55,810 $51,022 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    Wastewater Engineer

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Waste Water Treatment Technician II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Wastewater Engineer in Las Vegas, NV. The base salary for Wastewater Engineer ranges from $46,302 to $55,810 with the average base salary of $51,022. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $42,444 to $61,238 with the average total cash compensation of $50,601.

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