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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81 | Power Plant Operators | Production & Manufacturing | $98K | $47.22/hr |
| 82 | Industrial Engineers | Engineering | $98K | $47.2/hr |
| 83 | Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers | Technology | $98K | $47.12/hr |
| 84 | Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $98K | N/A |
| 85 | Audiologists | Healthcare | $97K | $46.85/hr |
| 86 | Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers | Management | $97K | $46.82/hr |
| 87 | Fundraising Managers | Management | $97K | $46.75/hr |
| 88 | Physical Therapists | Healthcare | $97K | $46.68/hr |
| 89 | Education Administrators, Postsecondary | Management | $96K | $46.17/hr |
| 90 | Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $96K | N/A |
Affordability snapshot: Nebraska
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Metro areas in Nebraska
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