How much does an elementary school teacher make in Nebraska?
$62,380a year
Median yearly pay for elementary school teachers in Nebraska. That is $29.99 an hour or $5,198 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.99
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 29 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 8,710
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,700Median: $62,380Highest 10%: $78,130
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,700 | $22.45 | |
| 25th | $51,260 | $24.64 | |
| Median | $62,380 | $29.99 | |
| 75th | $75,750 | $36.42 | |
| 90th | $78,130 | $37.56 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Grand Island, NE | $64,530 |
| Omaha, NE | $62,670 |
| Sioux City, IA | $62,270 |
| Lincoln, NE | $61,940 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for elementary school teachers.
| 26. Vermont | $63,070 |
| 27. Texas | $62,760 |
| 28. Maine | $62,390 |
| 29. Nebraska | $62,380 |
| 30. Idaho | $61,600 |
| 31. Alabama | $61,380 |
| 32. Wisconsin | $61,210 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an elementary school teacher make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $29.99 ($62,380 a year).
Do elementary school teachers make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $62,380 against $63,970 nationally, 2% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for elementary school teacher pay?
Nebraska ranks 29 of 51 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays elementary school teachers the most?
Grand Island, NE, with a median of $64,530 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.