How much does a life make in Lincoln?
$65,480a year
Median yearly pay for lifes in the Lincoln, NE metro area. That is $31.48 an hour or $5,457 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.48
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among cities
- 41 of 182
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,950Median: $65,480Highest 10%: $89,430
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,950 | $21.61 | |
| 25th | $50,710 | $24.38 | |
| Median | $65,480 | $31.48 | |
| 75th | $88,610 | $42.60 | |
| 90th | $89,430 | $43.00 |
Other cities in Nebraska
Median yearly pay for lifes.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Lincoln
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $120,000 |
| School Psychologist | $99,000 |
| Chemist | $82,920 |
| Animal Scientist | $79,410 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $75,820 |
| Economist | $70,400 |
| Urban and Regional Planner | $65,560 |
| Environmental Scientist and Specialist | $64,450 |
| Soil and Plant Scientist | $63,760 |
| Forensic Science Technician | $61,680 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a life make an hour in Lincoln?
The median hourly pay in the Lincoln, NE metro area is $31.48 ($65,480 a year).
Do lifes make more in Lincoln than the national average?
Yes: $65,480 against $62,280 nationally, 5% more.
How does Lincoln compare with the rest of Nebraska?
The median in Nebraska is $48,640, so Lincoln pays 35% more.
Where does Lincoln rank for life pay?
41 of 182 metro areas with data.
How much does a life make starting out in Lincoln?
The lowest-paid 10% make $44,950 or less a year; the top 10% make $89,430 or more.
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.