Media & Communications Nebraska (NE) Rank #36 of 50

Broadcast Journalist Salary in Nebraska

The median broadcast journalist salary in Nebraska is $46,800 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $52,000.

Median Salary

$46,800

vs National

$-5,200

State Rank

#36 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Broadcast Journalist Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level broadcast journalist earns around $29,700, while experienced professionals earn up to $85,500 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$29,700

$-3,300 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$48,600

$-5,400 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$85,500

$-9,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$27,000	$30,000	$-3,000
25th Percentile	$34,200	$38,000	$-3,800
Median (50th)	$46,800	$52,000	$-5,200
75th Percentile	$66,600	$74,000	$-7,400
90th Percentile	$90,000	$100,000	$-10,000

Broadcast Journalist Salary by City in Nebraska

The largest employment areas for broadcast journalists in Nebraska include Omaha, Lincoln, Bellevue, and Grand Island. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Omaha, NE

$48,360

Pop. 486,051 · COL 93%

Lincoln, NE

$46,800

Pop. 291,082 · COL 90%

Bellevue, NE

$47,840

Pop. 64,176 · COL 92%

Grand Island, NE

$43,680

Pop. 53,131 · COL 84%

Kearney, NE

$44,720

Pop. 33,464 · COL 86%

How to Become a Broadcast Journalist in Nebraska

Education

Most broadcast journalist positions require a bachelor's degree. Nebraska has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

On-Air PresentationInterviewingScript WritingVideo EditingResearchTeleprompter

Job Outlook in Nebraska

Nationally, broadcast journalist employment is projected to grow -4% over the next decade (decline). Nebraska's demand may vary based on local industry trends.