How much does a Tunnel Engineer make in Reno, NV?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Tunnel Engineer in Reno, NV is $72,035. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $53,889 to a high of $90,376, with most professionals earning between $62,537 and $81,636.

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What is the average salary for Tunnel Engineer in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Tunnel Engineer in Reno, NV. The base salary for Tunnel Engineer ranges from $62,537 to $81,636 with the average base salary of $72,035. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $62,537 to $81,636 with the average total cash compensation of $72,035.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $72,035 $62,537 - $81,636
Bonus $0 $0 - $0
Total Pay $72,035 $62,537 - $81,636
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Reno, NV
CITY, STATE Sun Valley, NV AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $62,537 - $81,636 COMPARE TO Reno, NV 0%
CITY, STATE Sparks, NV AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $62,537 - $81,636 COMPARE TO Reno, NV 0%
CITY, STATE Carson City, NV AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $62,393 - $81,448 COMPARE TO Reno, NV
CITY, STATE Chico, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,197 - $83,803 COMPARE TO Reno, NV
CITY, STATE Roseville, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $67,411 - $87,999 COMPARE TO Reno, NV
CITY, STATE Elk Grove, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $67,486 - $88,096 COMPARE TO Reno, NV
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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

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