How much does a switchboard operator make in Nebraska?
$37,570a year
Median yearly pay for switchboard operators in Nebraska. That is $18.06 an hour or $3,131 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.06
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 27 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,370Median: $37,570Highest 10%: $46,560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,370 | $15.56 | |
| 25th | $35,250 | $16.95 | |
| Median | $37,570 | $18.06 | |
| 75th | $41,130 | $19.77 | |
| 90th | $46,560 | $22.38 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $38,300 |
| Lincoln, NE | $36,830 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for switchboard operators.
| 24. New Mexico | $37,710 |
| 25. Alaska | $37,690 |
| 26. Kentucky | $37,590 |
| 27. Nebraska | $37,570 |
| 28. West Virginia | $37,430 |
| 29. Michigan | $37,390 |
| 30. Missouri | $37,130 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a switchboard operator make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $18.06 ($37,570 a year).
Do switchboard operators make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $37,570 against $38,630 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for switchboard operator pay?
Nebraska ranks 27 of 46 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays switchboard operators the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $38,300 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.