How much does a life make in Nebraska?
$48,640a year
Median yearly pay for lifes in Nebraska. That is $23.38 an hour or $4,053 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.38
- Vs. national median
- -22%
- Rank among states
- 49 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,970Median: $48,640Highest 10%: $80,750
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,970 | $20.18 | |
| 25th | $48,640 | $23.38 | |
| Median | $48,640 | $23.38 | |
| 75th | $62,450 | $30.02 | |
| 90th | $80,750 | $38.82 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lincoln, NE | $65,480 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lifes.
| 46. North Carolina | $49,200 |
| 47. Texas | $48,960 |
| 48. Indiana | $48,650 |
| 49. Nebraska | $48,640 |
| 50. Wisconsin | $47,210 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a life make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $23.38 ($48,640 a year).
Do lifes make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $48,640 against $62,280 nationally, 22% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for life pay?
Nebraska ranks 49 of 50 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays lifes the most?
Lincoln, NE, with a median of $65,480 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.