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Environmental Scientist Salary in Nebraska

The median environmental scientist salary in Nebraska is $68,877 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $76,530.

Median Salary

$68,877

vs National

$-7,653

State Rank

#36 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Environmental Scientist Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level environmental scientist earns around $45,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $108,000 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$45,000

$-5,000 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$70,200

$-7,800 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$108,000

$-12,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$43,200	$48,000	$-4,800
25th Percentile	$53,100	$59,000	$-5,900
Median (50th)	$68,877	$76,530	$-7,653
75th Percentile	$89,100	$99,000	$-9,900
90th Percentile	$113,400	$126,000	$-12,600

Environmental Scientist Salary by City in Nebraska

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

Omaha, NE

$71,173

Pop. 486,051 · COL 93%

Lincoln, NE

$68,877

Pop. 291,082 · COL 90%

Bellevue, NE

$70,408

Pop. 64,176 · COL 92%

Grand Island, NE

$64,285

Pop. 53,131 · COL 84%

Kearney, NE

$65,816

Pop. 33,464 · COL 86%

How to Become a Environmental Scientist in Nebraska

Education

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

Key Skills

Environmental SamplingGISData AnalysisEnvironmental LawReport WritingField Research

Job Outlook in Nebraska

Nationally, environmental scientist employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Nebraska's demand may vary based on local industry trends.