How much does a pump operator make in Nebraska?
$46,170a year
Median yearly pay for pump operators in Nebraska. That is $22.20 an hour or $3,848 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.20
- Vs. national median
- -25%
- Rank among states
- 35 of 37
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,760Median: $46,170Highest 10%: $48,110
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,760 | $22.00 | |
| 25th | $45,760 | $22.00 | |
| Median | $46,170 | $22.20 | |
| 75th | $48,070 | $23.11 | |
| 90th | $48,110 | $23.13 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pump operators.
| 32. Oklahoma | $46,900 |
| 33. Colorado | $46,680 |
| 34. Kentucky | $46,600 |
| 35. Nebraska | $46,170 |
| 36. North Carolina | $45,890 |
| 37. Missouri | $44,650 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pump operator make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $22.20 ($46,170 a year).
Do pump operators make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $46,170 against $61,770 nationally, 25% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for pump operator pay?
Nebraska ranks 35 of 37 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.