Construction & Real Estate Nebraska (NE) Rank #36 of 50

Construction Manager Salary in Nebraska

The median construction manager salary in Nebraska is $91,332 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $101,480.

Median Salary

$91,332

vs National

$-10,148

State Rank

#36 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Construction Manager Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level construction manager earns around $55,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $148,500 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$55,800

$-6,200 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$92,700

$-10,300 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$148,500

$-16,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$54,000	$60,000	$-6,000
25th Percentile	$70,200	$78,000	$-7,800
Median (50th)	$91,332	$101,480	$-10,148
75th Percentile	$121,500	$135,000	$-13,500
90th Percentile	$157,500	$175,000	$-17,500

Construction Manager Salary by City in Nebraska

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

Omaha, NE

$94,376

Pop. 486,051 · COL 93%

Lincoln, NE

$91,332

Pop. 291,082 · COL 90%

Bellevue, NE

$93,362

Pop. 64,176 · COL 92%

Grand Island, NE

$85,243

Pop. 53,131 · COL 84%

Kearney, NE

$87,273

Pop. 33,464 · COL 86%

How to Become a Construction Manager in Nebraska

Education

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

Key Skills

Project ManagementBudgetingBlueprint ReadingBuilding CodesSchedulingContract Management

Job Outlook in Nebraska

Nationally, construction manager employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Nebraska's demand may vary based on local industry trends.