How much does a childcare worker make in Nebraska?
$30,740a year
Median yearly pay for childcare workers in Nebraska. That is $14.78 an hour or $2,562 a month.
- Hourly
- $14.78
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 29 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 9,390
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,130Median: $30,740Highest 10%: $36,660
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,130 | $13.52 | |
| 25th | $29,150 | $14.01 | |
| Median | $30,740 | $14.78 | |
| 75th | $35,290 | $16.97 | |
| 90th | $36,660 | $17.63 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $31,330 |
| Grand Island, NE | $30,000 |
| Lincoln, NE | $29,860 |
| Sioux City, IA | $29,330 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for childcare workers.
| 26. Utah | $31,630 |
| 27. Michigan | $30,970 |
| 28. Missouri | $30,790 |
| 29. Nebraska | $30,740 |
| 30. North Dakota | $30,290 |
| 31. Indiana | $30,180 |
| 32. Idaho | $30,160 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a childcare worker make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $14.78 ($30,740 a year).
Do childcare workers make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $30,740 against $34,980 nationally, 12% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for childcare worker pay?
Nebraska ranks 29 of 51 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays childcare workers the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $31,330 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.