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Temp & Shift Jobs in Carson City, Nevada

Temp and shift workers in Carson City earn $14–$20/hr across Government, Tourism, Healthcare— with a cost of living 1% below the national average (BLS, 2024).

Carson City is Nevada's capital near Lake Tahoe with government and tourism sectors. The city offers no state income tax and outdoor lifestyle.

$14–$20
Avg Hourly Pay
99
Cost Index
59K
Population
4
Key Industries

Temp & Flexible Jobs in Carson City

Barback

Support bartenders and keep the bar running smoothly

$11.88 - $17.82/hr

Hospitality
Barista

Craft specialty coffee drinks and serve customers

$12.87 - $18.81/hr

Hospitality
Bartender

Mix drinks, serve customers, and manage bar operations

$14.85 - $24.75/hr

Hospitality
Server

Serve guests and deliver exceptional dining experiences

$11.88 - $19.8/hr

Hospitality
Chef de Partie

Lead a kitchen station and prepare quality dishes

$16.83 - $25.74/hr

Hospitality
Entry Level Cook

Start your kitchen career - learn cooking basics on the line

$13.86 - $18.81/hr

Hospitality
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Commis Chef

Learn culinary skills while assisting experienced chefs

$13.86 - $18.81/hr

Hospitality
Kitchen Porter

Maintain kitchen cleanliness and support the team

$11.88 - $15.84/hr

Hospitality
Dishwasher

Clean dishes and support kitchen operations

$11.88 - $16.83/hr

Hospitality
Host / Hostess

Greet guests and manage restaurant seating

$11.88 - $17.82/hr

Hospitality
Food Runner

Deliver food from kitchen to tables

$11.88 - $16.83/hr

Hospitality
Busser

Clear tables and support restaurant service

$10.89 - $15.84/hr

Hospitality
Line Cook

Prepare dishes on the cooking line

$14.85 - $21.78/hr

Hospitality
Prep Cook

Prepare ingredients for kitchen service

$12.87 - $17.82/hr

Hospitality
Catering Staff

Serve food and drinks at catered events

$14.85 - $24.75/hr

Hospitality
Banquet Server

Serve guests at large events and banquets

$15.84 - $25.74/hr

Hospitality
Front Desk Attendant

Welcome guests, run check-in/check-out, and resolve issues at the front desk

$14.85 - $21.78/hr

Hospitality
Back of House Team Member

All-around kitchen support - prep, expo, dish, and line backup

$13.86 - $18.81/hr

Hospitality
Hospitality Team Lead

Working supervisor - run a shift, coach the team, fix problems on the floor

$17.82 - $27.72/hr

Hospitality
Worker Proprietary Metric

Worker Affordability Score

Based on average flexible worker wages in Carson City

2x
Tight Budget
79
Hours to pay rent
50%
Rent / gross income
352
Monthly disposable
1% more affordable than US national average

Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.

Cost of Living in Carson City

Housing Costs
Studio Apartment$1,150/mo
1 Bedroom$1,350/mo
Monthly Expenses
Groceries$340/mo
Transport$80/mo
Cost of Living Index
99 (National Avg: 100)
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Why Work in Carson City?

State capital
No state income tax
Near Lake Tahoe
Government jobs

Carson City vs Nearby Cities

CityAvg WageCost Index1-Bed Rent
Carson City, NV$14–$20/hr99$1,350
Las Vegas, NV$14–$24/hr98$1,350
Reno, NV$14–$21/hr101$1,400
Ontario, CA$16–$24/hr112$1,800
San Francisco, CA$18–$30/hr180$3,200

Monthly Budget Snapshot

If you earn the average hourly wage ($17.00/hr) working 40 hours/week in Carson City:

Monthly gross income$2,944
Est. taxes (~22%)-$648
1-bedroom rent-$1,350
Groceries + transport-$420
Remaining for savings & lifestyle$526/mo

Frequently Asked Questions

Indeed Flex Local Market Research Team

Last updated: April 8, 2026

Reviewed by Indeed Flex Editorial Board

Data Sources & Methodology

The information on this page is compiled from the following sources:

  1. [1]
    BLS QCEW — Employment and wage data at state and county level by industry.Visit
  2. [2]
    BLS CES — Monthly survey of ~670,000 worksites providing industry-level employment and earnings data.Visit
  3. [3]
    Census ACS — Demographic, economic, and housing data for communities.Visit
  4. [4]
    Indeed Hiring Lab — Monthly posted-wage data by job title from Indeed job listings.Visit
  5. [5]
    MWPVL — Comprehensive database of distribution center and warehouse locations.Visit
  6. [6]
    DOL/State Labor Depts — Minimum wage rates, tip credits, licensing requirements, and regulations by state.Visit

Data Freshness

CategoryCost of Living
Last Updated2026-01-15
Next Update2027-01-15

We strive to keep all data accurate and up-to-date. Pay rates may vary based on location, experience, and employer.

About this data

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