How much does a compensation make in Nebraska?
$67,410a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in Nebraska. That is $32.41 an hour or $5,618 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.41
- Vs. national median
- -14%
- Rank among states
- 35 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 460
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,770Median: $67,410Highest 10%: $109,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,770 | $21.04 | |
| 25th | $53,330 | $25.64 | |
| Median | $67,410 | $32.41 | |
| 75th | $86,620 | $41.64 | |
| 90th | $109,700 | $52.73 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $74,010 |
| Sioux City, IA | $69,260 |
| Lincoln, NE | $59,950 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for compensations.
| 32. Indiana | $68,300 |
| 33. Kansas | $67,990 |
| 34. North Carolina | $67,970 |
| 35. Nebraska | $67,410 |
| 36. Iowa | $67,160 |
| 37. Georgia | $66,690 |
| 38. Florida | $65,020 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $32.41 ($67,410 a year).
Do compensations make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $67,410 against $78,210 nationally, 14% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for compensation pay?
Nebraska ranks 35 of 50 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays compensations the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $74,010 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.