How much does a secondary school teacher make in Nebraska?
$63,450a year
Median yearly pay for secondary school teachers in Nebraska. That is $30.50 an hour or $5,288 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.50
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 29 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 7,170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,870Median: $63,450Highest 10%: $78,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,870 | $22.53 | |
| 25th | $60,740 | $29.20 | |
| Median | $63,450 | $30.50 | |
| 75th | $76,070 | $36.57 | |
| 90th | $78,510 | $37.75 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Grand Island, NE | $64,910 |
| Omaha, NE | $63,900 |
| Lincoln, NE | $62,920 |
| Sioux City, IA | $60,510 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for secondary school teachers.
| 26. Nevada | $65,520 |
| 27. Maine | $64,880 |
| 28. Texas | $63,590 |
| 29. Nebraska | $63,450 |
| 30. Wisconsin | $62,870 |
| 31. Wyoming | $62,690 |
| 32. South Carolina | $62,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a secondary school teacher make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $30.50 ($63,450 a year).
Do secondary school teachers make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $63,450 against $72,040 nationally, 12% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for secondary school teacher pay?
Nebraska ranks 29 of 51 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays secondary school teachers the most?
Grand Island, NE, with a median of $64,910 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.