How much does a counselor make in Nebraska?
$40,530a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in Nebraska. That is $19.49 an hour or $3,378 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.49
- Vs. national median
- -20%
- Rank among states
- 41 of 44
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,580Median: $40,530Highest 10%: $70,140
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,580 | $18.55 | |
| 25th | $39,400 | $18.94 | |
| Median | $40,530 | $19.49 | |
| 75th | $48,110 | $23.13 | |
| 90th | $70,140 | $33.72 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for counselors.
| 38. Alaska | $45,060 |
| 39. West Virginia | $44,810 |
| 40. Missouri | $43,680 |
| 41. Nebraska | $40,530 |
| 42. Kentucky | $40,230 |
| 43. Montana | $39,260 |
| 44. Michigan | $37,390 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $19.49 ($40,530 a year).
Do counselors make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $40,530 against $50,860 nationally, 20% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for counselor pay?
Nebraska ranks 41 of 44 states.
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.