How much does a lifeguard make in Nebraska?
$29,100a year
Median yearly pay for lifeguards in Nebraska. That is $13.99 an hour or $2,425 a month.
- Hourly
- $13.99
- Vs. national median
- -13%
- Rank among states
- 31 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,080Median: $29,100Highest 10%: $34,820
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,080 | $13.50 | |
| 25th | $28,080 | $13.50 | |
| Median | $29,100 | $13.99 | |
| 75th | $31,460 | $15.13 | |
| 90th | $34,820 | $16.74 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lincoln, NE | $30,100 |
| Omaha, NE | $29,300 |
| Sioux City, IA | $28,080 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lifeguards.
| 28. Pennsylvania | $29,480 |
| 29. Texas | $29,450 |
| 30. Missouri | $29,260 |
| 31. Nebraska | $29,100 |
| 32. Wyoming | $29,030 |
| 33. Idaho | $28,770 |
| 34. Utah | $28,720 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lifeguard make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $13.99 ($29,100 a year).
Do lifeguards make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $29,100 against $33,580 nationally, 13% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for lifeguard pay?
Nebraska ranks 31 of 51 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays lifeguards the most?
Lincoln, NE, with a median of $30,100 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.