Agriculture & Environment Nebraska (NE) Rank #36 of 50

Forester Salary in Nebraska

The median forester salary in Nebraska is $57,411 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $63,790.

Median Salary

$57,411

vs National

$-6,379

State Rank

#36 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Forester Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level forester earns around $39,600, 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)

$39,600

$-4,400 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$58,500

$-6,500 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$85,500

$-9,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$37,800	$42,000	$-4,200
25th Percentile	$45,900	$51,000	$-5,100
Median (50th)	$57,411	$63,790	$-6,379
75th Percentile	$73,800	$82,000	$-8,200
90th Percentile	$91,800	$102,000	$-10,200

Forester Salary by City in Nebraska

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

Omaha, NE

$59,325

Pop. 486,051 · COL 93%

Lincoln, NE

$57,411

Pop. 291,082 · COL 90%

Bellevue, NE

$58,687

Pop. 64,176 · COL 92%

Grand Island, NE

$53,584

Pop. 53,131 · COL 84%

Kearney, NE

$54,859

Pop. 33,464 · COL 86%

How to Become a Forester in Nebraska

Education

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

Key Skills

Forest ManagementGIS/GPSTimber CruisingEcologyFire ManagementEnvironmental Law

Job Outlook in Nebraska

Nationally, forester employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Nebraska's demand may vary based on local industry trends.