How much does a firefighter make in Nebraska?
$61,040a year
Median yearly pay for firefighters in Nebraska. That is $29.35 an hour or $5,087 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.35
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,070
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,660Median: $61,040Highest 10%: $69,460
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,660 | $22.43 | |
| 25th | $51,910 | $24.96 | |
| Median | $61,040 | $29.35 | |
| 75th | $61,040 | $29.35 | |
| 90th | $69,460 | $33.39 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $61,040 |
| Sioux City, IA | $60,030 |
| Lincoln, NE | $59,760 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for firefighters.
| 13. Rhode Island | $67,380 |
| 14. Nevada | $66,570 |
| 15. Indiana | $62,780 |
| 16. Nebraska | $61,040 |
| 17. Texas | $60,180 |
| 18. Ohio | $59,370 |
| 19. Montana | $59,310 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a firefighter make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $29.35 ($61,040 a year).
Do firefighters make more in Nebraska than the national average?
Yes: $61,040 against $59,280 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Nebraska rank for firefighter pay?
Nebraska ranks 16 of 50 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays firefighters the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $61,040 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.