How much does a surgical assistant make in Nebraska?
$53,190a year
Median yearly pay for surgical assistants in Nebraska. That is $25.57 an hour or $4,433 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.57
- Vs. national median
- -20%
- Rank among states
- 36 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,460Median: $53,190Highest 10%: $82,780
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,460 | $19.45 | |
| 25th | $47,010 | $22.60 | |
| Median | $53,190 | $25.57 | |
| 75th | $75,410 | $36.25 | |
| 90th | $82,780 | $39.80 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for surgical assistants.
| 33. Massachusetts | $56,430 |
| 34. Michigan | $56,430 |
| 35. Hawaii | $54,190 |
| 36. Nebraska | $53,190 |
| 37. West Virginia | $50,870 |
| 38. Mississippi | $50,810 |
| 39. Arkansas | $49,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a surgical assistant make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $25.57 ($53,190 a year).
Do surgical assistants make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $53,190 against $66,800 nationally, 20% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for surgical assistant pay?
Nebraska ranks 36 of 44 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.