How much does a bartender make in Nebraska?
$30,180a year
Median yearly pay for bartenders in Nebraska. That is $14.51 an hour or $2,515 a month.
- Hourly
- $14.51
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 26 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 7,320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,080Median: $30,180Highest 10%: $60,140
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,080 | $13.50 | |
| 25th | $28,080 | $13.50 | |
| Median | $30,180 | $14.51 | |
| 75th | $46,040 | $22.13 | |
| 90th | $60,140 | $28.91 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $34,630 |
| Lincoln, NE | $30,660 |
| Grand Island, NE | $28,910 |
| Sioux City, IA | $23,750 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for bartenders.
| 23. Illinois | $31,200 |
| 24. Ohio | $30,880 |
| 25. Alaska | $30,460 |
| 26. Nebraska | $30,180 |
| 27. Missouri | $30,090 |
| 28. West Virginia | $29,630 |
| 29. South Dakota | $29,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bartender make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $14.51 ($30,180 a year).
Do bartenders make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $30,180 against $34,340 nationally, 12% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for bartender pay?
Nebraska ranks 26 of 51 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays bartenders the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $34,630 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.