How much does a laborer and freight make in Nebraska?
$42,910a year
Median yearly pay for laborer and freights in Nebraska. That is $20.63 an hour or $3,576 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.63
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 13,870
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,320Median: $42,910Highest 10%: $53,160
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,320 | $16.02 | |
| 25th | $37,440 | $18.00 | |
| Median | $42,910 | $20.63 | |
| 75th | $46,610 | $22.41 | |
| 90th | $53,160 | $25.56 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Grand Island, NE | $44,370 |
| Sioux City, IA | $42,790 |
| Omaha, NE | $42,550 |
| Lincoln, NE | $40,450 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for laborer and freights.
| 14. Montana | $43,840 |
| 15. Connecticut | $43,640 |
| 16. Iowa | $43,490 |
| 17. Nebraska | $42,910 |
| 18. Kentucky | $42,770 |
| 19. Maine | $42,640 |
| 20. Pennsylvania | $42,480 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a laborer and freight make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $20.63 ($42,910 a year).
Do laborer and freights make more in Nebraska than the national average?
Yes: $42,910 against $40,240 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Nebraska rank for laborer and freight pay?
Nebraska ranks 17 of 51 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays laborer and freights the most?
Grand Island, NE, with a median of $44,370 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.