Forklift Operator Salary in Las Vegas, NV

Median: $21.47/hour ($44,660/year) — $1,760 (4%) below the national median. Range: $39,290–$53,700.

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Last updated: 2026-07-04 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · National Forklift Operator salary guide

The median Forklift Operator salary in Las Vegas, NV is $21.47/hour ($44,660/year) ($1,760 (4%) below the national median), with a typical range of $39,290–$53,700. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

Salary stats
MetricValueSource
Median$21.47/hour ($44,660/year)BLS
Range$39,290–$53,700BLS
### Key facts for Forklift Operator in Las Vegas Median pay and comparison. - Median is the middle value. - Data from BLS.

Forklift Operator Salary in Las Vegas vs. National Average

25th Pct (Las Vegas) $39,290
Median (Las Vegas) $44,660
75th Pct (Las Vegas) $53,700

National median: $46,420/yr. Las Vegas is $1,760 (4%) below the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV metro area (SOC 53-7051, Forklift Operator).

Forklift Operator pay in Las Vegas, NV — common questions

How much does a Forklift Operator make in Las Vegas, NV?
The median Forklift Operator salary in Las Vegas, NV is $21.47/hour ($44,660/year) ($1,760 (4%) below the national median), with a typical range of $39,290–$53,700 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
Is Las Vegas a strong pay market for Forklift Operators?
At a $44,660 median, Las Vegas is $1,760 (4%) below the national median. The U.S. median is $46,420. Jobeezy shows you which local employers actually pay at the top of that band before you apply.
How can I earn more as a Forklift Operator in Las Vegas?
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Forklift Operator salary in nearby markets

Henderson, NV ($44,660) · Reno, NV ($45,860) · North Las Vegas, NV ($44,660) · Washington, DC ($49,710) · Louisville, KY ($46,190) · El Paso, TX ($38,520) · Memphis, TN ($44,540) · Oklahoma City, OK ($45,960)

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