How much does a biological scientist make in Nebraska?
$82,770a year
Median yearly pay for biological scientists in Nebraska. That is $39.79 an hour or $6,898 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.79
- Vs. national median
- -16%
- Rank among states
- 34 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,290Median: $82,770Highest 10%: $132,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,290 | $24.66 | |
| 25th | $61,710 | $29.67 | |
| Median | $82,770 | $39.79 | |
| 75th | $98,640 | $47.42 | |
| 90th | $132,800 | $63.86 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $88,070 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biological scientists.
| 31. Florida | $83,780 |
| 32. New Hampshire | $83,740 |
| 33. Idaho | $83,320 |
| 34. Nebraska | $82,770 |
| 35. Iowa | $82,720 |
| 36. Illinois | $82,640 |
| 37. Michigan | $81,540 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological scientist make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $39.79 ($82,770 a year).
Do biological scientists make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $82,770 against $98,920 nationally, 16% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for biological scientist pay?
Nebraska ranks 34 of 50 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays biological scientists the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $88,070 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.