How much does a physical scientist make in Nebraska?
$101,400a year
Median yearly pay for physical scientists in Nebraska. That is $48.77 an hour or $8,453 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.77
- Vs. national median
- -17%
- Rank among states
- 30 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $74,670Median: $101,400Highest 10%: $138,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $74,670 | $35.90 | |
| 25th | $92,480 | $44.46 | |
| Median | $101,400 | $48.77 | |
| 75th | $120,600 | $57.99 | |
| 90th | $138,400 | $66.52 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for physical scientists.
| 27. Illinois | $109,000 |
| 28. Mississippi | $108,900 |
| 29. Ohio | $108,800 |
| 30. Nebraska | $101,400 |
| 31. Texas | $100,900 |
| 32. Connecticut | $99,990 |
| 33. Wisconsin | $97,470 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical scientist make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $48.77 ($101,400 a year).
Do physical scientists make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $101,400 against $122,600 nationally, 17% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for physical scientist pay?
Nebraska ranks 30 of 39 states.
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.