How much does a kindergarten teacher make in Nebraska?
$62,200a year
Median yearly pay for kindergarten teachers in Nebraska. That is $29.90 an hour or $5,183 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.90
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 26 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,260Median: $62,200Highest 10%: $78,160
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,260 | $22.24 | |
| 25th | $51,400 | $24.71 | |
| Median | $62,200 | $29.90 | |
| 75th | $75,720 | $36.40 | |
| 90th | $78,160 | $37.58 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Grand Island, NE | $64,940 |
| Lincoln, NE | $62,200 |
| Omaha, NE | $61,870 |
| Sioux City, IA | $58,920 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for kindergarten teachers.
| 23. Utah | $63,190 |
| 24. Colorado | $62,870 |
| 25. Idaho | $62,240 |
| 26. Nebraska | $62,200 |
| 27. Wyoming | $60,990 |
| 28. South Carolina | $60,890 |
| 29. Kentucky | $60,280 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a kindergarten teacher make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $29.90 ($62,200 a year).
Do kindergarten teachers make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $62,200 against $62,680 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for kindergarten teacher pay?
Nebraska ranks 26 of 50 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays kindergarten teachers the most?
Grand Island, NE, with a median of $64,940 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.