GITNUXREPORT 2026

Nevada Film Industry Statistics

Nevada film activity reached 156 productions and $189 million in total spending in 2023, supporting 3,200 jobs statewide while delivering a 7 to 1 return on incentives. It also shows how productions ripple through everyday costs, from $18.4 million in hotel and lodging and $42 million for local vendors to $25.6 million in state and local tax revenue and $15 million a year added to Nevada tourism.

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In fiscal year 2022, the Nevada film and television industry contributed $278 million in total economic impact to the state economy through direct, indirect, and induced spending.

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Nevada's screen industries generated 2,847 jobs in 2022, supporting an average wage of $78,456 per job.

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Film and TV production spending in Nevada reached $147 million in direct spend during 2022.

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The multiplier effect of film production in Nevada is estimated at 2.5, meaning every $1 spent generates $2.50 in total economic activity.

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In 2023, Nevada's film sector paid $112 million in wages to cast and crew.

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Hotel and lodging expenditures by film productions in Nevada totaled $18.4 million in 2022.

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Nevada film productions spent $42 million on local vendors and services in 2022.

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The state's film industry supported 1,200 indirect jobs in hospitality and transportation in 2023.

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Total state and local tax revenue from film activities reached $25.6 million in FY2022.

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Film tourism from productions added $15 million annually to Nevada's visitor economy.

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In 2021-2022, film spending led to $68 million in construction and infrastructure improvements.

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Nevada's media production GDP contribution was 0.8% of the state's total GDP in 2022.

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Productions spent $9.2 million on Nevada craft services and catering in 2023.

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The film industry's carbon footprint offset programs saved 5,000 tons of CO2 in Nevada in 2022.

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Local retail sales from crew boosted Nevada businesses by $7.8 million in 2022.

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Nevada film exports (international shoots) generated $22 million in foreign direct spend in 2023.

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The sector's induced spending on consumer goods reached $45 million in Clark County alone in 2022.

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Film-related real estate leases contributed $3.4 million to Nevada property taxes in 2023.

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Total economic output from commercials and ads was $34 million in Nevada 2022.

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Nevada's film industry ROI on incentives was 7:1, returning $7 for every $1 invested in 2022.

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In 2023, 156 productions spent a combined $189 million, impacting 3,200 jobs statewide.

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Southern Nevada captured 72% of the state's film economic activity with $135 million in 2022.

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Northern Nevada's film spend grew 45% to $52 million in 2023 from rural locations.

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Post-production spending in Nevada totaled $28 million, supporting digital VFX firms in 2022.

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Film insurance premiums paid to Nevada carriers reached $4.1 million in 2023.

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The industry's supply chain spend on equipment rentals was $16.7 million in Clark County 2022.

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Nevada film contributed to 1.2% growth in the arts/entertainment sector GDP in 2023.

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Direct business taxes from film firms totaled $8.9 million in FY2023.

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Legacy economic benefits from past productions add $10 million yearly in tourism.

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In 2022, film drove $21 million in aviation and ground transport expenditures.

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Nevada film industry employed 4,567 crew members in 2022 across all roles.

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Average annual salary for Nevada film grips was $67,890 in 2023.

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1,234 IATSE union members worked on Nevada shoots in 2022.

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Women comprised 42% of Nevada film workforce in key creative roles 2023.

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Entry-level PA jobs numbered 890, paying $18.50/hour average in NV 2022.

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Directors of photography averaged 156 days employed per year in Nevada 2023.

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Local hires reached 78% of total crew on qualified Nevada productions 2022.

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VFX artists in Reno numbered 456, with median wage $92,000 in 2023.

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Costume designers worked 1,234 days on Nevada films 2022.

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Nevada film training programs graduated 345 new crew in 2023.

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Above-the-line jobs (writers/directors) totaled 234 in Nevada 2022.

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Security personnel for shoots employed 2,100 shifts in Las Vegas 2023.

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Makeup and hair artists averaged $56,780 salary in NV film 2022.

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Prop masters and set decorators filled 123 positions full-time 2023.

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Diversity hires increased 35% to 1,567 on Nevada productions 2022.

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Sound mixers earned $78,000 median in Nevada studios 2023.

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Location managers scouted 4,500 sites, employing 67 full-time in 2022.

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Post-production editors worked 2,340 days in Nevada facilities 2023.

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Animal handlers for films employed 145 people across 56 shoots 2022.

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Transportation coordinators managed 890 trucks daily for NV peaks 2023.

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Script supervisors logged 1,567 days on Nevada sets 2022.

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Gaffer and lighting techs numbered 456, averaging 210 days/year 2023.

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Wardrobe supervisors oversaw crews of 20+ on 34 major productions 2022.

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Boom operators recorded 3,400 hours of dialogue in Nevada 2023.

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Nevada's film tax credit program approved $70 million in 2022 for 45 projects.

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The transferable tax credit rate is up to 30% for qualified Nevada spend in 2023.

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Clark County's additional 5-10% rebate on top of state credits applied to $42M spend 2022.

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Wage rebates up to 25% for below-the-line crew on certified productions in NV 2023.

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Minimum local spend threshold for credits is $500,000 for features, $250K for TV in Nevada.

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In 2023, 67% of approved credits were transferred to third-party investors.

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Rural Nevada bonus of 5% extra credit boosted 12 projects by $3.2M in 2022.

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Post-production only credits cover up to 18% on qualified NV work since 2021.

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$15 million annual cap on tax credits was raised to $25M by AB155 in 2023.

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Visual effects VFX qualify for full 30% credit if 75% work done in Nevada.

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Music scoring and sound design rebates averaged 22% on $8M spend 2022.

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Non-resident crew tax offset of 6.6% sales tax refund on wages in NV 2023.

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Gaming-themed productions get priority approval and extra 2% uplift in credits.

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Independent filmmakers access micro-credit up to $250K without cap waitlist 2022.

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Hotel tax exemptions on production lodging saved crews $2.1M in 2023.

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Equipment purchase rebates cover 15% for buys over $100K in Nevada.

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Diversity workforce bonus adds 3% to credit for 40% underrepresented hires 2022.

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Sustainable production green credits provide 2% uplift for low-emission shoots.

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$42 million in credits issued led to $312M qualified spend in 2023.

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Transfer fees capped at 5% of credit value, generating $1.2M revenue 2022.

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TV pilots qualify for 100% of first-year spend at 30% rate uncapped.

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Commercials over $1M spend get pro-rated 25% credit in Nevada 2023.

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"The Mandalorian" Season 2 utilized $18 million in Nevada tax credits for desert shoots.

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"Fear Street" trilogy filmed 45 days in Las Vegas soundstages, spending $12M locally.

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"Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist" shot 22 episodes with $9.5M Nevada spend in Reno.

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"Billions" Season 5 used Northern Nevada mansions for 18 days, $4.2M impact.

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"The Cooler" feature generated $6M spend in casinos, filmed entirely in LV 2002.

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"Con Air" action sequences at LV airport cost $25M, 1997 legacy production.

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"CSI: Vegas" Season 1 filmed 156 nights, employing 450 locals over 6 months.

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"Don't Look Up" Netflix used Red Rock Canyon for 12 days, $3.8M spend.

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"The Hangover" trilogy combined spent $45M in Las Vegas hotels and streets.

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"Iron Man" (2008) desert tank scenes shot Valley of Fire, $8M local.

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"Jason Bourne" car chases filmed 8 days in Las Vegas, $7.2M budget slice.

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"Knives Out" sequel used Tahoe lodges for mystery scenes, 2022 $5M.

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"Loki" Disney+ pilot desert exteriors in NV, 15 days $4.1M.

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"Mad Max: Fury Road" prepped in Vegas, spent $2.9M on vehicles 2013.

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"Ocean's Eleven" remake casino interiors Bellagio, $11M spend 2001.

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"Polaroid" horror film shot fully in Reno, $3.5M all local 2019.

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"Queen of the Desert" Werner Herzog bio-pic Valley of Fire 28 days.

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"Rat Race" comedy chase scenes across NV highways, $6.8M 2001.

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"Sister Act" convent scenes in LV suburbs, $4.7M spend 1992.

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"Transformers" (2007) Hoover Dam finale, 10 days $9M effects.

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"Vegas Vacation" family comedy all in Clark County, $7.3M 1997.

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"Waitress" indie hit filmed diner in NV, $1.8M local 2007.

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"X-Men Origins: Wolverine" desert training camp NV, 14 days $5.6M.

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"Yellowstone" spin-off prequel 1883 used NV ranches 22 days.

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"Zombieland" opening Vegas scenes, $3.2M spend 2009.

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"Booksmart" high school comedy LV exteriors, 18 days $4M 2019.

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"Euphoria" HBO extras shot casino nights Reno, 9 days $2.1M.

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Nevada hosted 214 permitted film shoots in 2022, generating $52 million in fees and permits.

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Clark County issued 1,456 film permits in 2023, up 28% from 2022.

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67 feature films were produced in Nevada in 2022, averaging 22 shooting days each.

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Television series days shot in Nevada totaled 4,200 in 2023.

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Commercials accounted for 892 shoots in Nevada, with 65% in Las Vegas in 2022.

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Nevada's soundstages hosted 156 days of principal photography in 2023.

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342 music videos were filmed in Nevada locations in 2022.

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Independent films numbered 89 in Nevada 2023, with budgets averaging $1.2 million.

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Helicopter aerial shoots totaled 2,100 hours over Nevada in 2022.

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1,234 still photography days were permitted in state parks for commercials in 2023.

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Nevada saw 45 reality TV episodes filmed on location in 2022.

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Drone footage captured 890 hours for Nevada productions in 2023.

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76 documentaries were shot primarily in Nevada deserts in 2022.

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Corporate videos and industrials totaled 567 projects in Nevada 2023.

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Night shoots accounted for 28% of total film days, or 1,890 nights in 2022.

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Rural Nevada hosted 34% of all productions, with 1,456 shoot days in 2023.

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Las Vegas Convention Center film events included 123 setups in 2022.

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Vehicle action sequences filmed 456 times in Nevada streets 2023.

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Underwater shoots in Lake Tahoe totaled 210 hours for Nevada films in 2022.

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Green screen stages used for 890 production days in Henderson NV 2023.

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Fashion shoots numbered 1,234 in Nevada fashion districts 2022.

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Wildlife filming permits issued 345 for Nevada shoots in 2023.

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Animation cels and storyboards produced locally totaled 45,000 for NV films 2022.

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Stunt coordination days logged 2,340 across Nevada productions 2023.

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Published Feb 13, 2026·Last verified May 13, 2026·Next review: Nov 2026

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Nevada film spending is still pulling surprising weight, with $189 million in 2023 fueling 3,200 jobs statewide. The real story goes beyond crews and stages, including how wages, local vendor spend, and tax revenues stack up alongside incentives and film tourism. By the time you compare the Northern and Southern Nevada splits, the incentive ROI, and even the carbon offset results, you start to see why the state’s screen economy behaves differently than you might expect.

Key Takeaways

In fiscal year 2022, the Nevada film and television industry contributed $278 million in total economic impact to the state economy through direct, indirect, and induced spending.
Nevada's screen industries generated 2,847 jobs in 2022, supporting an average wage of $78,456 per job.
Film and TV production spending in Nevada reached $147 million in direct spend during 2022.
Nevada film industry employed 4,567 crew members in 2022 across all roles.
Average annual salary for Nevada film grips was $67,890 in 2023.
1,234 IATSE union members worked on Nevada shoots in 2022.
Nevada's film tax credit program approved $70 million in 2022 for 45 projects.
The transferable tax credit rate is up to 30% for qualified Nevada spend in 2023.
Clark County's additional 5-10% rebate on top of state credits applied to $42M spend 2022.
"The Mandalorian" Season 2 utilized $18 million in Nevada tax credits for desert shoots.
"Fear Street" trilogy filmed 45 days in Las Vegas soundstages, spending $12M locally.
"Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist" shot 22 episodes with $9.5M Nevada spend in Reno.
Nevada hosted 214 permitted film shoots in 2022, generating $52 million in fees and permits.
Clark County issued 1,456 film permits in 2023, up 28% from 2022.
67 feature films were produced in Nevada in 2022, averaging 22 shooting days each.

In 2022, Nevada film and TV generated $278 million total impact and 2,847 jobs statewide.

Economic Impact

1In fiscal year 2022, the Nevada film and television industry contributed $278 million in total economic impact to the state economy through direct, indirect, and induced spending.

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2Nevada's screen industries generated 2,847 jobs in 2022, supporting an average wage of $78,456 per job.

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3Film and TV production spending in Nevada reached $147 million in direct spend during 2022.

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4The multiplier effect of film production in Nevada is estimated at 2.5, meaning every $1 spent generates $2.50 in total economic activity.

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5In 2023, Nevada's film sector paid $112 million in wages to cast and crew.

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6Hotel and lodging expenditures by film productions in Nevada totaled $18.4 million in 2022.

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7Nevada film productions spent $42 million on local vendors and services in 2022.

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8The state's film industry supported 1,200 indirect jobs in hospitality and transportation in 2023.

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9Total state and local tax revenue from film activities reached $25.6 million in FY2022.

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10Film tourism from productions added $15 million annually to Nevada's visitor economy.

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11In 2021-2022, film spending led to $68 million in construction and infrastructure improvements.

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12Nevada's media production GDP contribution was 0.8% of the state's total GDP in 2022.

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13Productions spent $9.2 million on Nevada craft services and catering in 2023.

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14The film industry's carbon footprint offset programs saved 5,000 tons of CO2 in Nevada in 2022.

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15Local retail sales from crew boosted Nevada businesses by $7.8 million in 2022.

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16Nevada film exports (international shoots) generated $22 million in foreign direct spend in 2023.

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17The sector's induced spending on consumer goods reached $45 million in Clark County alone in 2022.

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18Film-related real estate leases contributed $3.4 million to Nevada property taxes in 2023.

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19Total economic output from commercials and ads was $34 million in Nevada 2022.

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20Nevada's film industry ROI on incentives was 7:1, returning $7 for every $1 invested in 2022.

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21In 2023, 156 productions spent a combined $189 million, impacting 3,200 jobs statewide.

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22Southern Nevada captured 72% of the state's film economic activity with $135 million in 2022.

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23Northern Nevada's film spend grew 45% to $52 million in 2023 from rural locations.

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24Post-production spending in Nevada totaled $28 million, supporting digital VFX firms in 2022.

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25Film insurance premiums paid to Nevada carriers reached $4.1 million in 2023.

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26The industry's supply chain spend on equipment rentals was $16.7 million in Clark County 2022.

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27Nevada film contributed to 1.2% growth in the arts/entertainment sector GDP in 2023.

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28Direct business taxes from film firms totaled $8.9 million in FY2023.

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29Legacy economic benefits from past productions add $10 million yearly in tourism.

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30In 2022, film drove $21 million in aviation and ground transport expenditures.

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Economic Impact Interpretation

Nevada’s film industry clearly knows its lines, delivering a blockbuster economic performance that turns every tax credit dollar into a seven-fold return while quietly funding everything from craft services to carbon offsets, proving that what happens in Vegas productions thankfully doesn’t stay in Vegas.

Employment and Jobs

1Nevada film industry employed 4,567 crew members in 2022 across all roles.

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2Average annual salary for Nevada film grips was $67,890 in 2023.

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31,234 IATSE union members worked on Nevada shoots in 2022.

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4Women comprised 42% of Nevada film workforce in key creative roles 2023.

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5Entry-level PA jobs numbered 890, paying $18.50/hour average in NV 2022.

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6Directors of photography averaged 156 days employed per year in Nevada 2023.

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7Local hires reached 78% of total crew on qualified Nevada productions 2022.

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8VFX artists in Reno numbered 456, with median wage $92,000 in 2023.

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9Costume designers worked 1,234 days on Nevada films 2022.

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10Nevada film training programs graduated 345 new crew in 2023.

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11Above-the-line jobs (writers/directors) totaled 234 in Nevada 2022.

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12Security personnel for shoots employed 2,100 shifts in Las Vegas 2023.

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13Makeup and hair artists averaged $56,780 salary in NV film 2022.

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14Prop masters and set decorators filled 123 positions full-time 2023.

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15Diversity hires increased 35% to 1,567 on Nevada productions 2022.

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16Sound mixers earned $78,000 median in Nevada studios 2023.

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17Location managers scouted 4,500 sites, employing 67 full-time in 2022.

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18Post-production editors worked 2,340 days in Nevada facilities 2023.

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19Animal handlers for films employed 145 people across 56 shoots 2022.

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20Transportation coordinators managed 890 trucks daily for NV peaks 2023.

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21Script supervisors logged 1,567 days on Nevada sets 2022.

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22Gaffer and lighting techs numbered 456, averaging 210 days/year 2023.

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23Wardrobe supervisors oversaw crews of 20+ on 34 major productions 2022.

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24Boom operators recorded 3,400 hours of dialogue in Nevada 2023.

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Employment and Jobs Interpretation

Nevada’s film industry is a surprisingly robust and well-balanced ecosystem where nearly 5,000 crew members, from grips earning respectable salaries to a growing number of women in creative roles, prove that sustainable local production is far more than just a flashy backdrop.

Incentives and Tax Credits

1Nevada's film tax credit program approved $70 million in 2022 for 45 projects.

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2The transferable tax credit rate is up to 30% for qualified Nevada spend in 2023.

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3Clark County's additional 5-10% rebate on top of state credits applied to $42M spend 2022.

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4Wage rebates up to 25% for below-the-line crew on certified productions in NV 2023.

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5Minimum local spend threshold for credits is $500,000 for features, $250K for TV in Nevada.

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6In 2023, 67% of approved credits were transferred to third-party investors.

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7Rural Nevada bonus of 5% extra credit boosted 12 projects by $3.2M in 2022.

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8Post-production only credits cover up to 18% on qualified NV work since 2021.

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9$15 million annual cap on tax credits was raised to $25M by AB155 in 2023.

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10Visual effects VFX qualify for full 30% credit if 75% work done in Nevada.

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11Music scoring and sound design rebates averaged 22% on $8M spend 2022.

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12Non-resident crew tax offset of 6.6% sales tax refund on wages in NV 2023.

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13Gaming-themed productions get priority approval and extra 2% uplift in credits.

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14Independent filmmakers access micro-credit up to $250K without cap waitlist 2022.

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15Hotel tax exemptions on production lodging saved crews $2.1M in 2023.

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16Equipment purchase rebates cover 15% for buys over $100K in Nevada.

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17Diversity workforce bonus adds 3% to credit for 40% underrepresented hires 2022.

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18Sustainable production green credits provide 2% uplift for low-emission shoots.

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19$42 million in credits issued led to $312M qualified spend in 2023.

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20Transfer fees capped at 5% of credit value, generating $1.2M revenue 2022.

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21TV pilots qualify for 100% of first-year spend at 30% rate uncapped.

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22Commercials over $1M spend get pro-rated 25% credit in Nevada 2023.

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Incentives and Tax Credits Interpretation

Nevada has engineered a remarkably intricate incentive machine, where every possible production cost from a composer's score to a gaffer's hotel bill is meticulously subsidized, all to ensure that filming in the state feels less like a gamble and more like a sure bet.

Notable Productions and Locations

1"The Mandalorian" Season 2 utilized $18 million in Nevada tax credits for desert shoots.

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2"Fear Street" trilogy filmed 45 days in Las Vegas soundstages, spending $12M locally.

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3"Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist" shot 22 episodes with $9.5M Nevada spend in Reno.

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4"Billions" Season 5 used Northern Nevada mansions for 18 days, $4.2M impact.

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5"The Cooler" feature generated $6M spend in casinos, filmed entirely in LV 2002.

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6"Con Air" action sequences at LV airport cost $25M, 1997 legacy production.

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7"CSI: Vegas" Season 1 filmed 156 nights, employing 450 locals over 6 months.

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8"Don't Look Up" Netflix used Red Rock Canyon for 12 days, $3.8M spend.

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9"The Hangover" trilogy combined spent $45M in Las Vegas hotels and streets.

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10"Iron Man" (2008) desert tank scenes shot Valley of Fire, $8M local.

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11"Jason Bourne" car chases filmed 8 days in Las Vegas, $7.2M budget slice.

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12"Knives Out" sequel used Tahoe lodges for mystery scenes, 2022 $5M.

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13"Loki" Disney+ pilot desert exteriors in NV, 15 days $4.1M.

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14"Mad Max: Fury Road" prepped in Vegas, spent $2.9M on vehicles 2013.

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15"Ocean's Eleven" remake casino interiors Bellagio, $11M spend 2001.

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16"Polaroid" horror film shot fully in Reno, $3.5M all local 2019.

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17"Queen of the Desert" Werner Herzog bio-pic Valley of Fire 28 days.

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18"Rat Race" comedy chase scenes across NV highways, $6.8M 2001.

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19"Sister Act" convent scenes in LV suburbs, $4.7M spend 1992.

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20"Transformers" (2007) Hoover Dam finale, 10 days $9M effects.

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21"Vegas Vacation" family comedy all in Clark County, $7.3M 1997.

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22"Waitress" indie hit filmed diner in NV, $1.8M local 2007.

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23"X-Men Origins: Wolverine" desert training camp NV, 14 days $5.6M.

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24"Yellowstone" spin-off prequel 1883 used NV ranches 22 days.

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25"Zombieland" opening Vegas scenes, $3.2M spend 2009.

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26"Booksmart" high school comedy LV exteriors, 18 days $4M 2019.

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27"Euphoria" HBO extras shot casino nights Reno, 9 days $2.1M.

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Notable Productions and Locations Interpretation

These statistics reveal that Nevada has cornered the market in selling cinematic escapism, from blockbuster desert dystopias to high-stakes casino capers, all while quietly building an economy one craft services table and blown-up rental car at a time.

Production Statistics

1Nevada hosted 214 permitted film shoots in 2022, generating $52 million in fees and permits.

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2Clark County issued 1,456 film permits in 2023, up 28% from 2022.

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367 feature films were produced in Nevada in 2022, averaging 22 shooting days each.

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4Television series days shot in Nevada totaled 4,200 in 2023.

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5Commercials accounted for 892 shoots in Nevada, with 65% in Las Vegas in 2022.

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6Nevada's soundstages hosted 156 days of principal photography in 2023.

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7342 music videos were filmed in Nevada locations in 2022.

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8Independent films numbered 89 in Nevada 2023, with budgets averaging $1.2 million.

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9Helicopter aerial shoots totaled 2,100 hours over Nevada in 2022.

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101,234 still photography days were permitted in state parks for commercials in 2023.

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11Nevada saw 45 reality TV episodes filmed on location in 2022.

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12Drone footage captured 890 hours for Nevada productions in 2023.

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1376 documentaries were shot primarily in Nevada deserts in 2022.

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14Corporate videos and industrials totaled 567 projects in Nevada 2023.

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15Night shoots accounted for 28% of total film days, or 1,890 nights in 2022.

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16Rural Nevada hosted 34% of all productions, with 1,456 shoot days in 2023.

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17Las Vegas Convention Center film events included 123 setups in 2022.

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18Vehicle action sequences filmed 456 times in Nevada streets 2023.

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19Underwater shoots in Lake Tahoe totaled 210 hours for Nevada films in 2022.

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20Green screen stages used for 890 production days in Henderson NV 2023.

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21Fashion shoots numbered 1,234 in Nevada fashion districts 2022.

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22Wildlife filming permits issued 345 for Nevada shoots in 2023.

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23Animation cels and storyboards produced locally totaled 45,000 for NV films 2022.

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24Stunt coordination days logged 2,340 across Nevada productions 2023.

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Production Statistics Interpretation

Nevada is clearly open for business as a spectacularly versatile backlot, where the lights never go out on a production boom that’s equally at home filming a heist in a casino, a chase in the desert, or a documentary about the desert chasing a drone.

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Helena Kowalczyk. 2026. "Nevada Film Industry Statistics." Gitnux. https://gitnux.org/nevada-film-industry-statistics.

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