How much does a substitute teacher make in Nebraska?
$37,690a year
Median yearly pay for substitute teachers in Nebraska. That is $18.12 an hour or $3,141 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.12
- Vs. national median
- -10%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 3,430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,080Median: $37,690Highest 10%: $61,450
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,080 | $13.50 | |
| 25th | $32,940 | $15.84 | |
| Median | $37,690 | $18.12 | |
| 75th | $44,920 | $21.60 | |
| 90th | $61,450 | $29.54 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Sioux City, IA | $46,530 |
| Omaha, NE | $43,440 |
| Lincoln, NE | $34,140 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for substitute teachers.
| 21. Arizona | $38,500 |
| 22. Connecticut | $38,460 |
| 23. Vermont | $38,200 |
| 24. Nebraska | $37,690 |
| 25. Maine | $37,440 |
| 26. Iowa | $37,230 |
| 27. Ohio | $37,150 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substitute teacher make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $18.12 ($37,690 a year).
Do substitute teachers make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $37,690 against $41,670 nationally, 10% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for substitute teacher pay?
Nebraska ranks 24 of 50 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays substitute teachers the most?
Sioux City, IA-NE-SD, with a median of $46,530 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.