How much does a gas plant operator make in Nebraska?
$87,790a year
Median yearly pay for gas plant operators in Nebraska. That is $42.21 an hour or $7,316 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.21
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $76,780Median: $87,790Highest 10%: $98,550
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $76,780 | $36.91 | |
| 25th | $84,350 | $40.55 | |
| Median | $87,790 | $42.21 | |
| 75th | $91,320 | $43.90 | |
| 90th | $98,550 | $47.38 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $91,320 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for gas plant operators.
| 19. Maine | $93,990 |
| 20. Iowa | $92,970 |
| 21. Missouri | $87,820 |
| 22. Nebraska | $87,790 |
| 23. Virginia | $86,500 |
| 24. Indiana | $85,790 |
| 25. Wisconsin | $85,080 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a gas plant operator make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $42.21 ($87,790 a year).
Do gas plant operators make more in Nebraska than the national average?
Yes: $87,790 against $87,820 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Nebraska rank for gas plant operator pay?
Nebraska ranks 22 of 43 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays gas plant operators the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $91,320 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.