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Interpreter Salary in Nebraska

The median interpreter salary in Nebraska is $51,381 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $57,090.

Median Salary

$51,381

vs National

$-5,709

State Rank

#36 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Interpreter Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level interpreter earns around $31,500, 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)

$31,500

$-3,500 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$52,200

$-5,800 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$85,500

$-9,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$28,800	$32,000	$-3,200
25th Percentile	$37,800	$42,000	$-4,200
Median (50th)	$51,381	$57,090	$-5,709
75th Percentile	$70,200	$78,000	$-7,800
90th Percentile	$90,900	$101,000	$-10,100

Interpreter Salary by City in Nebraska

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

Omaha, NE

$53,094

Pop. 486,051 · COL 93%

Lincoln, NE

$51,381

Pop. 291,082 · COL 90%

Bellevue, NE

$52,523

Pop. 64,176 · COL 92%

Grand Island, NE

$47,956

Pop. 53,131 · COL 84%

Kearney, NE

$49,097

Pop. 33,464 · COL 86%

How to Become a Interpreter in Nebraska

Education

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

Key Skills

Bilingual FluencyConsecutive InterpretingSimultaneous InterpretingCultural CompetencyMemoryProfessionalism

Job Outlook in Nebraska

Nationally, interpreter employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Nebraska's demand may vary based on local industry trends.