How much does a dentist make in Nebraska?
$179,800a year
Median yearly pay for dentists in Nebraska. That is $86.42 an hour or $14,980 a month.
- Hourly
- $86.42
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 790
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $68,040Median: $179,800Highest 10%: $265,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $68,040 | $32.71 | |
| 25th | $130,700 | $62.85 | |
| Median | $179,800 | $86.42 | |
| 75th | $248,600 | $119.51 | |
| 90th | $265,900 | $127.86 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lincoln, NE | $204,500 |
| Sioux City, IA | $191,300 |
| Omaha, NE | $187,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for dentists.
| 14. New York | $183,100 |
| 15. Massachusetts | $181,600 |
| 16. Iowa | $181,500 |
| 17. Nebraska | $179,800 |
| 18. Arkansas | $178,900 |
| 19. New Hampshire | $177,500 |
| 20. Florida | $174,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dentist make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $86.42 ($179,800 a year).
Do dentists make more in Nebraska than the national average?
Yes: $179,800 against $171,000 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Nebraska rank for dentist pay?
Nebraska ranks 17 of 47 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays dentists the most?
Lincoln, NE, with a median of $204,500 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.