How much does an animal caretaker make in Nebraska?
$31,680a year
Median yearly pay for animal caretakers in Nebraska. That is $15.23 an hour or $2,640 a month.
- Hourly
- $15.23
- Vs. national median
- -10%
- Rank among states
- 29 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,080Median: $31,680Highest 10%: $52,010
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,080 | $13.50 | |
| 25th | $29,160 | $14.02 | |
| Median | $31,680 | $15.23 | |
| 75th | $39,490 | $18.99 | |
| 90th | $52,010 | $25.00 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $32,980 |
| Lincoln, NE | $30,940 |
| Sioux City, IA | $29,880 |
| Grand Island, NE | $28,990 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for animal caretakers.
| 26. New Mexico | $33,570 |
| 27. Texas | $32,730 |
| 28. Idaho | $32,170 |
| 29. Nebraska | $31,680 |
| 30. Pennsylvania | $31,360 |
| 31. South Carolina | $31,280 |
| 32. Missouri | $31,230 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal caretaker make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $15.23 ($31,680 a year).
Do animal caretakers make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $31,680 against $35,360 nationally, 10% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for animal caretaker pay?
Nebraska ranks 29 of 51 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays animal caretakers the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $32,980 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.