How much does a compensation make in Lincoln?
$59,950a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in the Lincoln, NE metro area. That is $28.82 an hour or $4,996 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.82
- Vs. national median
- -23%
- Rank among cities
- 208 of 233
- Jobs in the area
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,260Median: $59,950Highest 10%: $100,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,260 | $18.39 | |
| 25th | $44,440 | $21.37 | |
| Median | $59,950 | $28.82 | |
| 75th | $75,250 | $36.18 | |
| 90th | $100,200 | $48.19 |
Other cities in Nebraska
Median yearly pay for compensations.
| Omaha, NE | $74,010 |
Related jobs in Lincoln
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Loan Officer | $97,770 |
| Financial and Investment Analyst | $91,750 |
| Labor Relations Specialist | $83,520 |
| Compliance Officer | $78,850 |
| Insurance Underwriter | $78,830 |
| Budget Analyst | $78,330 |
| Claims Adjuster | $76,970 |
| Cost Estimator | $75,740 |
| Personal Financial Advisor | $75,590 |
| Logistician | $74,240 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Lincoln?
The median hourly pay in the Lincoln, NE metro area is $28.82 ($59,950 a year).
Do compensations make more in Lincoln than the national average?
No: $59,950 against $78,210 nationally, 23% less.
How does Lincoln compare with the rest of Nebraska?
The median in Nebraska is $67,410, so Lincoln pays 11% less.
Where does Lincoln rank for compensation pay?
208 of 233 metro areas with data.
How much does a compensation make starting out in Lincoln?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,260 or less a year; the top 10% make $100,200 or more.
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.