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How much does a judge make in Nebraska?

$208,200a year

Median yearly pay for judges in Nebraska. That is $100.09 an hour or $17,350 a month.

Hourly
$100.09
Vs. national median
+35%
Rank among states
7 of 41
Jobs in the state
160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $202,600Median: $208,200Highest 10%: $213,800
PercentileYearlyHourly
10th$202,600$97.38
25th$202,600$97.38
Median$208,200$100.09
75th$208,200$100.09
90th$213,800$102.79

Cities in Nebraska

Metro areas, median yearly pay.

Lincoln, NE$208,200
Omaha, NE$208,200
Salaries for every job in Nebraska

Nearby in the ranking

States with similar pay for judges.

4. New York$216,400
5. Hawaii$211,800
6. Tennessee$208,400
7. Nebraska$208,200
8. New Mexico$205,400
9. New Jersey$204,200
10. Colorado$198,800
Judge salary in all states

Frequently asked questions

How much does a judge make an hour in Nebraska?

The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $100.09 ($208,200 a year).

Do judges make more in Nebraska than the national average?

Yes: $208,200 against $154,000 nationally, 35% more.

Where does Nebraska rank for judge pay?

Nebraska ranks 7 of 41 states.

Which city in Nebraska pays judges the most?

Lincoln, NE, with a median of $208,200 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.