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Lawyer Salary in Nebraska

The median lawyer salary in Nebraska is $122,166 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $135,740.

Median Salary

$122,166

vs National

$-13,574

State Rank

#36 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Lawyer Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level lawyer earns around $63,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $198,000 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$63,000

$-7,000 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$124,200

$-13,800 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$198,000

$-22,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$58,500	$65,000	$-6,500
25th Percentile	$76,500	$85,000	$-8,500
Median (50th)	$122,166	$135,740	$-13,574
75th Percentile	$167,400	$186,000	$-18,600
90th Percentile	$215,280	$239,200	$-23,920

Lawyer Salary by City in Nebraska

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

Omaha, NE

$126,238

Pop. 486,051 · COL 93%

Lincoln, NE

$122,166

Pop. 291,082 · COL 90%

Bellevue, NE

$124,881

Pop. 64,176 · COL 92%

Grand Island, NE

$114,022

Pop. 53,131 · COL 84%

Kearney, NE

$116,736

Pop. 33,464 · COL 86%

How to Become a Lawyer in Nebraska

Education

Most lawyer positions require a doctoral degree. Nebraska has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Legal ResearchLitigationContract LawNegotiationWestlaw/LexisNexisOral Advocacy

Job Outlook in Nebraska

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