Nevada Workers' Compensation Benefits
Nevada's workers' compensation system pays 66.67% of your average weekly wage, up to a state maximum of $1,023/week for temporary total disability. Use the calculators below to estimate your weekly benefit, your permanent disability award, and the lump-sum settlement value of your claim.
Nevada benefit snapshot
- Max weekly TTD
- $1,023
- Min weekly TTD
- -
- Wage replacement
- 66.67%
- Effective
- 2026
How Nevada workers' comp benefits are calculated
Nevada multiplies your average weekly wage (AWW) by 66.67% to determine your weekly wage-replacement benefit. The result is capped at the state maximum of $1,023 per week.
Your AWW typically reflects gross earnings over the 52 weeks before the injury, including overtime, bonuses, and (in many states) earnings from a second job. Permanent disability awards in Nevada are then calculated by multiplying this weekly rate by a scheduled number of weeks for the affected body part and your impairment percentage.
Weekly benefit examples in Nevada
| Average weekly wage | Weekly TTD (66.67%) | Annual | At state cap? |
|---|---|---|---|
| $600 | $400 | $20,801 | No |
| $900 | $600 | $31,202 | No |
| $1,200 | $800 | $41,602 | No |
| $1,800 | $1,023 | $53,196 | Yes |
| $2,500 | $1,023 | $53,196 | Yes |
What affects your Nevada settlement value
- Average weekly wage and resulting weekly TTD rate.
- Permanent impairment rating and the affected body part's scheduled weeks.
- Past and projected future medical costs (including any Medicare set-aside).
- Whether you have legal representation - represented claims settle ~30–40% higher.
- Whether the claim is disputed or has compensability issues.
- Pre-existing conditions or prior injuries to the same body part.
- Your ability to return to work in the same or modified capacity.
Nevada workers' compensation board and claim process
Workers' compensation in Nevada is administered by the Nevada Division of Industrial Relations, Workers' Compensation Section. The agency publishes the official claim forms, tracks claim status, and hears disputes when a carrier denies or underpays benefits.
| State agency | Nevada Division of Industrial Relations, Workers' Compensation Section |
|---|---|
| Notice to employer | 7 days |
| Deadline to file a claim | 90 days to file the C-4 claim form |
| Official website | https://dir.nv.gov/WCS/home/ |
How to file a Nevada workers' comp claim
- Report the injury to your employer. Nevada requires notice within 7 days. Put it in writing and keep a dated copy.
- Get medical treatment. Tell the provider the injury happened at work so treatment is billed to the comp carrier, not your health insurance.
- Confirm the first report of injury was filed. Your employer must report the claim to its insurance carrier, which opens the claim file.
- Track your wage-replacement checks. Compare each check against the $800 you would receive on a $1,200 AWW at 66.67% to spot an understated average weekly wage.
- File a formal claim if benefits stall. If the carrier denies, delays, or underpays, file with the Nevada Division of Industrial Relations, Workers' Compensation Section within 90 days to file the C-4 claim form.
- Resolve permanent disability. After Maximum Medical Improvement you receive an impairment rating, which drives your PPD award or lump-sum settlement.
Deadlines above are general statutory guidelines for traumatic injuries. Occupational disease, repetitive trauma, and death claims can follow different timelines. Confirm your dates with the Nevada Division of Industrial Relations, Workers' Compensation Section or a Nevada workers' comp attorney.
Nevada workers' comp FAQ
Who administers workers' compensation claims in Nevada?+
Claims are administered by the Nevada Division of Industrial Relations, Workers' Compensation Section. Forms, claim status information, and dispute procedures are published at https://dir.nv.gov/WCS/home/.
How do I file a workers' comp claim in Nevada?+
Report the injury to your employer (7 days in Nevada), get medical treatment and tell the provider it is work related, then confirm your employer filed the first report of injury with its carrier. If benefits are denied or delayed, file a formal claim with the Nevada Division of Industrial Relations, Workers' Compensation Section. The filing deadline is generally 90 days to file the C-4 claim form.
What is the deadline to file a workers' comp claim in Nevada?+
Nevada generally requires notice to your employer within 7 days, and a formal claim filed within 90 days to file the C-4 claim form. Occupational disease, repetitive trauma, and death claims can follow different deadlines, so confirm with the Nevada Division of Industrial Relations, Workers' Compensation Section.
What is the maximum weekly workers' comp benefit in Nevada?+
The current maximum TTD rate in Nevada is $1,023 per week.
How is the weekly workers' comp rate calculated in Nevada?+
Nevada pays 66.67% of your average weekly wage (AWW), capped at $1,023 per week.
What is the minimum workers' comp benefit in Nevada?+
Nevada does not set a fixed statutory minimum weekly TTD benefit.
How long can I receive TTD benefits in Nevada?+
TTD continues until you return to work, are released by your treating physician, or reach Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI). Nevada also caps the total number of TTD weeks under state statute.
Are workers' comp benefits taxable in Nevada?+
No. Workers' compensation benefits in Nevada are exempt from federal and state income tax.
Can I see my own doctor in Nevada?+
Treating-physician choice rules vary by state. In many states the employer or insurer chooses the initial physician; some states allow the worker to select their own. Check the Nevada workers' comp board for your specific rights.
What if my Nevada employer is underpaying me?+
Insurance carriers commonly miscalculate AWW by excluding overtime, bonuses, or secondary income. If your weekly check ($800 for an AWW of $1,200) appears low, request the carrier's AWW worksheet and consult a Nevada workers' comp attorney.
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Workers' comp calculators by state
These calculations are estimates based on your inputs and general workers' compensation formulas. Actual benefits depend on state law, your specific injury, employer insurance carrier, and other factors. This is not legal advice. Consult a licensed workers' compensation attorney for guidance specific to your claim.