How much does a heavy and tractor-trailer truck driver make in Nebraska?
$58,390a year
Median yearly pay for heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers in Nebraska. That is $28.07 an hour or $4,866 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.07
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 31 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 23,160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,150Median: $58,390Highest 10%: $81,790
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,150 | $19.30 | |
| 25th | $47,020 | $22.61 | |
| Median | $58,390 | $28.07 | |
| 75th | $75,830 | $36.46 | |
| 90th | $81,790 | $39.32 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lincoln, NE | $81,790 |
| Grand Island, NE | $60,810 |
| Omaha, NE | $58,010 |
| Sioux City, IA | $51,540 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers.
| 28. Tennessee | $58,620 |
| 29. Wisconsin | $58,610 |
| 30. Pennsylvania | $58,580 |
| 31. Nebraska | $58,390 |
| 32. Arizona | $58,080 |
| 33. Iowa | $58,070 |
| 34. Delaware | $57,590 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a heavy and tractor-trailer truck driver make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $28.07 ($58,390 a year).
Do heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers make more in Nebraska than the national average?
Yes: $58,390 against $58,640 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Nebraska rank for heavy and tractor-trailer truck driver pay?
Nebraska ranks 31 of 51 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers the most?
Lincoln, NE, with a median of $81,790 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.