How much does a water and wastewater treatment plant and system operator make in Nebraska?
$61,220a year
Median yearly pay for water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators in Nebraska. That is $29.43 an hour or $5,102 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.43
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 740
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,620Median: $61,220Highest 10%: $76,250
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,620 | $21.45 | |
| 25th | $50,670 | $24.36 | |
| Median | $61,220 | $29.43 | |
| 75th | $67,940 | $32.66 | |
| 90th | $76,250 | $36.66 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lincoln, NE | $67,650 |
| Grand Island, NE | $62,920 |
| Omaha, NE | $62,660 |
| Sioux City, IA | $59,760 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators.
| 21. Rhode Island | $61,820 |
| 22. Arizona | $61,340 |
| 23. Utah | $61,290 |
| 24. Nebraska | $61,220 |
| 25. Iowa | $60,990 |
| 26. North Dakota | $60,470 |
| 27. Alaska | $60,160 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a water and wastewater treatment plant and system operator make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $29.43 ($61,220 a year).
Do water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators make more in Nebraska than the national average?
Yes: $61,220 against $60,020 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Nebraska rank for water and wastewater treatment plant and system operator pay?
Nebraska ranks 24 of 50 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators the most?
Lincoln, NE, with a median of $67,650 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.