How much does a healthcare social worker make in Nebraska?
$62,420a year
Median yearly pay for healthcare social workers in Nebraska. That is $30.01 an hour or $5,202 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.01
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 37 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 980
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,040Median: $62,420Highest 10%: $82,780
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,040 | $22.13 | |
| 25th | $53,290 | $25.62 | |
| Median | $62,420 | $30.01 | |
| 75th | $74,060 | $35.61 | |
| 90th | $82,780 | $39.80 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Grand Island, NE | $66,280 |
| Sioux City, IA | $65,450 |
| Omaha, NE | $63,360 |
| Lincoln, NE | $63,020 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for healthcare social workers.
| 34. Iowa | $63,050 |
| 35. North Dakota | $62,860 |
| 36. Georgia | $62,420 |
| 37. Nebraska | $62,420 |
| 38. Wyoming | $62,260 |
| 39. Mississippi | $62,250 |
| 40. Alaska | $62,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a healthcare social worker make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $30.01 ($62,420 a year).
Do healthcare social workers make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $62,420 against $67,880 nationally, 8% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for healthcare social worker pay?
Nebraska ranks 37 of 51 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays healthcare social workers the most?
Grand Island, NE, with a median of $66,280 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.