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Instructional Designer Salary in Nebraska

The median instructional designer salary in Nebraska is $64,800 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $72,000.

Median Salary

$64,800

vs National

$-7,200

State Rank

#36 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Instructional Designer Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level instructional designer earns around $41,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $100,800 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$41,400

$-4,600 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$66,600

$-7,400 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$100,800

$-11,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$39,600	$44,000	$-4,400
25th Percentile	$50,400	$56,000	$-5,600
Median (50th)	$64,800	$72,000	$-7,200
75th Percentile	$85,500	$95,000	$-9,500
90th Percentile	$106,200	$118,000	$-11,800

Instructional Designer Salary by City in Nebraska

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

Omaha, NE

$66,960

Pop. 486,051 · COL 93%

Lincoln, NE

$64,800

Pop. 291,082 · COL 90%

Bellevue, NE

$66,240

Pop. 64,176 · COL 92%

Grand Island, NE

$60,480

Pop. 53,131 · COL 84%

Kearney, NE

$61,920

Pop. 33,464 · COL 86%

How to Become a Instructional Designer in Nebraska

Education

Most instructional designer positions require a master's degree. Nebraska has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Instructional DesignArticulate/CaptivateLMSADDIE ModelE-LearningAssessment Design

Job Outlook in Nebraska

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