Top Paying Jobs in Nebraska
Nebraska has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 95,750 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Cardiologists ($646,300), Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric ($507,770), Emergency Medicine Physicians ($371,880). The cost of living index is 90.05 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,113/month.
State-level averages. Salaries, rent, and cost of living vary significantly between metros. For more accurate data, select a metro area from the list below or browse all metros.
Highest paying careers in Nebraska
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cardiologists | Healthcare | $646K | $310.72/hr |
| 2 | Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric | Healthcare | $508K | $244.12/hr |
| 3 | Emergency Medicine Physicians | Healthcare | $372K | $178.79/hr |
| 4 | Dermatologists | Healthcare | $360K | $172.88/hr |
| 5 | Obstetricians and Gynecologists | Healthcare | $343K | $164.7/hr |
| 6 | Surgeons, All Other | Healthcare | $341K | $164.14/hr |
| 7 | Anesthesiologists | Healthcare | $334K | $160.68/hr |
| 8 | Physicians, All Other | Healthcare | $290K | $139.65/hr |
| 9 | Neurologists | Healthcare | $269K | $129.46/hr |
| 10 | Nurse Anesthetists | Healthcare | $247K | $118.62/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Nebraska
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Metro areas in Nebraska
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