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Geologist Salary in Nebraska

The median geologist salary in Nebraska is $75,312 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $83,680.

Median Salary

$75,312

vs National

$-8,368

State Rank

#36 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Geologist Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level geologist earns around $48,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $126,000 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$48,600

$-5,400 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$76,500

$-8,500 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$126,000

$-14,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$45,900	$51,000	$-5,100
25th Percentile	$56,700	$63,000	$-6,300
Median (50th)	$75,312	$83,680	$-8,368
75th Percentile	$100,800	$112,000	$-11,200
90th Percentile	$133,200	$148,000	$-14,800

Geologist Salary by City in Nebraska

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

Omaha, NE

$77,822

Pop. 486,051 · COL 93%

Lincoln, NE

$75,312

Pop. 291,082 · COL 90%

Bellevue, NE

$76,986

Pop. 64,176 · COL 92%

Grand Island, NE

$70,291

Pop. 53,131 · COL 84%

Kearney, NE

$71,965

Pop. 33,464 · COL 86%

How to Become a Geologist in Nebraska

Education

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

Key Skills

Field GeologyGISRock AnalysisStratigraphyEnvironmental AssessmentTechnical Writing

Job Outlook in Nebraska

Nationally, geologist employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Nebraska's demand may vary based on local industry trends.