Printing Press Operators Salary in Nebraska
The median pay for a printing press operators in Nebraska is $40,970/year ($19.7/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $34K at the entry level to $61K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Nebraska. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $41K get you in Nebraska?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Nebraska
Entry-level printing press operators (10th percentile) start around $34K. Mid-career wages sit at $41K. Top earners bring in $61K or more, a $26K spread from bottom to top.
Printing Press Operators salary by metro in Nebraska
2 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln | $42K | +2% | 140 |
| Omaha | $41K | +1% | 1,750 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do printing press operators make in Nebraska?
The median is $40,970 a year, that works out to about $20 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $34,250, and experienced printing press operators can clear $60,730. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $41K enough to live in Nebraska?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,806/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,113/month, which eats 39.7% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a printing press operators salary go in Nebraska?
Nebraska has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median printing press operators salary is worth about $45,497 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do printing press operators get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.