How much does a postsecondary teacher make in Nebraska?
$52,210a year
Median yearly pay for postsecondary teachers in Nebraska. That is $25.10 an hour or $4,351 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.10
- Vs. national median
- -33%
- Rank among states
- 45 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 830
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,350Median: $52,210Highest 10%: $98,150
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,350 | $23.25 | |
| 25th | $52,210 | $25.10 | |
| Median | $52,210 | $25.10 | |
| 75th | $79,570 | $38.25 | |
| 90th | $98,150 | $47.19 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lincoln, NE | $81,960 |
| Omaha, NE | $52,210 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for postsecondary teachers.
| 42. Nevada | $59,270 |
| 43. Vermont | $59,010 |
| 44. Arkansas | $54,620 |
| 45. Nebraska | $52,210 |
| 46. Alabama | $51,060 |
| 47. Hawaii | $49,730 |
| 48. Wyoming | $46,710 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a postsecondary teacher make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $25.10 ($52,210 a year).
Do postsecondary teachers make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $52,210 against $77,640 nationally, 33% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for postsecondary teacher pay?
Nebraska ranks 45 of 48 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays postsecondary teachers the most?
Lincoln, NE, with a median of $81,960 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.