How Much Workers' Comp Pays in Nevada

Temporary total disability is 66 2/3% of the worker's average monthly wage. The average monthly wage used is capped at 150% of the state average weekly wage multiplied by 4.33. The first payment is due within 14 working days after the insurer receives the initial certification of disability. Payments stop when a doctor finds the worker able to do suitable gainful work, or the employer offers light-duty or modified work within the doctor's restrictions.

For injuries from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 (fiscal year 2027), the maximum average monthly wage is $8,537.68, so the maximum disability compensation is $5,691.79 per month, which the Division lists as $1,308.86 per week ($186.98 per day). A worker who earned less receives 66 2/3% of the actual wage. The state average weekly wage certified for this period is $1,314.50.

Temporary total disability has no fixed maximum period; payments must stop when a physician or chiropractic physician finds the worker physically capable of any gainful employment, when the employer offers light-duty or modified work within the worker's limitations, or when the worker is incarcerated (with limited exceptions). Temporary partial disability is payable for no more than 24 months during the period of disability. Permanent total disability is paid only as long as the permanent total disability continues to exist; the insurer has the burden of proving that it no longer exists.

Temporary disability benefits are not paid for an injury that keeps the worker from earning full wages for fewer than 5 consecutive days, or 5 days total within a 20-day period. If the incapacity reaches 5 consecutive days, or 5 days within a 20-day period, compensation is figured from the date of the injury. Medical (accident) benefits are not subject to this waiting period.

When the worker's condition is stable and ratable, the insurer schedules an exam with a rating physician chosen at random from the Division's list (unless both sides agree on one), who rates impairment of the whole person under the AMA Guides. For injuries on or after January 1, 2000, each 1% of whole-person impairment is paid as a monthly payment of 0.6% of the average monthly wage, for 5 years or until age 70, whichever is later (a lump sum may be available). Permanent total disability is paid at 66 2/3% of the average monthly wage per month; certain severe losses, such as loss of sight in both eyes or of both legs or both arms, are presumed total and permanent.