How much does a packaging and filling machine operator and tender make in Nebraska?
$46,220a year
Median yearly pay for packaging and filling machine operator and tenders in Nebraska. That is $22.22 an hour or $3,852 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.22
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 4,410
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,450Median: $46,220Highest 10%: $59,560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,450 | $17.04 | |
| 25th | $38,570 | $18.54 | |
| Median | $46,220 | $22.22 | |
| 75th | $49,400 | $23.75 | |
| 90th | $59,560 | $28.63 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Grand Island, NE | $48,510 |
| Lincoln, NE | $44,900 |
| Omaha, NE | $44,140 |
| Sioux City, IA | $43,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for packaging and filling machine operator and tenders.
| 6. Idaho | $46,720 |
| 7. Vermont | $46,670 |
| 8. West Virginia | $46,410 |
| 9. Nebraska | $46,220 |
| 10. Wisconsin | $46,220 |
| 11. Colorado | $46,010 |
| 12. Iowa | $45,660 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a packaging and filling machine operator and tender make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $22.22 ($46,220 a year).
Do packaging and filling machine operator and tenders make more in Nebraska than the national average?
Yes: $46,220 against $43,220 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Nebraska rank for packaging and filling machine operator and tender pay?
Nebraska ranks 9 of 50 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays packaging and filling machine operator and tenders the most?
Grand Island, NE, with a median of $48,510 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.