CDL Truck Driver in Nevada

Requirements, salary data, licensing costs, and career ROI for NV. Updated with 2024 BLS OEWS wage data.

Median annual salary

$60,900

trending_up +6.0% vs. national

BLS OEWS 2024, Nevada.

engineering

17,430

Jobs (NV)

monitoring Stable

+4.0%

10-yr job growth

payments

$226

Licensing fees

schedule

3-8 weeks (CLP for 14 days minimum)

Time to complete

route How to become a cdl truck driver in Nevada

To become a CDL Truck Driver in Nevada, individuals must obtain a Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) from the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), which requires passing knowledge tests and a vision test. After holding the CLP for at least 14 days and completing FMCSA-approved Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT), applicants can take the CDL skills test. The application fee for a CDL is $141.25, with the skills test costing around $85, and the license is generally renewed every 8 years, though drivers 65 and older renew every 4 years. Nevada transfers valid CDLs from other states, but is phasing out Limited-Term CDLs for non-domiciled drivers.

bar_chart Salary percentiles

10th percentile (entry) $42,890

25th percentile $49,580

50th (median) $60,900

75th percentile $70,920

90th (experienced) $78,480

Source: BLS OEWS 2024 for Nevada. Metro-area wages may differ significantly from the state aggregate.

checklist Nevada requirements

Licensing body	Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
State license	Required
Education	FMCSA-approved Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT)
Exam	CDL General Knowledge and Skills Test ($85)
Application fee	$141
Renewal	Every 8.0 years
Notes	Applicants must be 18+ for intrastate or 21+ for interstate commerce. A valid DOT medical certificate is required for non-excepted drivers. Fees are approximate: $57.25 for CLP, $141.25 for license. Skills test fees are paid to third-party providers and vary, but are around $85. Federal ELDT is required for new applicants. Drivers 65 and older renew every 4 years. Nevada is phasing out Limited-Term CDLs for non-domiciled drivers.

Source: Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)

workspace_premium Nevada license tiers

Nevada offers multiple tiers of cdl truck driver licensing:

Tier	Hours required
Class A	N/A
Class B	N/A
Class C	N/A

work_outline Job outlook

10-year growth

+4.0%

Average

Annual openings

237,600

Nationwide per year

Total employment

2,235,100

Nationwide

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AI & tech impact

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Frequently asked questions

What are the steps to becoming a cdl truck driver in Nevada? expand_more

Nevada requires cdl truck drivers to complete the required education (FMCSA-approved Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT)), pass the CDL General Knowledge and Skills Test, and submit your application ($141 fee).

Does Nevada require cdl truck driver licensure? expand_more

Yes, Nevada requires a state license to practice as a cdl truck driver. The licensing body is Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). You must pass the CDL General Knowledge and Skills Test.

How much do cdl truck drivers make in Nevada? expand_more

In Nevada, the median pay for cdl truck drivers comes to $60,900/year. This exceeds the $57,440 national median by 6%. Wages range from $42,890 (10th percentile) up to $78,480 (90th percentile).

What are the fees to become a cdl truck driver in Nevada? expand_more

Plan on spending varies total — that covers exam fee ($85) and application fee ($141) plus your education and training.

How long does it take to become a cdl truck driver in Nevada? expand_more

Expect to spend 3-8 weeks (CLP for 14 days minimum) from start to finish in Nevada — covering coursework, supervised experience, and examination.