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Librarian Salary in Nebraska

The median librarian salary in Nebraska is $55,071 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $61,190.

Median Salary
$55,071
vs National
$-6,119
State Rank
#36 of 50
Cost of Living
90%

Librarian Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level librarian earns around $37,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $79,200 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$37,800
$-4,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$55,800
$-6,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$79,200
$-8,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile NE Salary
10th Percentile $35,280
25th Percentile $44,100
Median (50th) $55,071
75th Percentile $69,480
90th Percentile $86,940

Major Cities for Librarians in Nebraska

The largest employment areas for librarians in Nebraska include Omaha, Lincoln, Bellevue, and Grand Island. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Omaha, NE
Metro area for librarian employment
Lincoln, NE
Metro area for librarian employment
Bellevue, NE
Metro area for librarian employment
Grand Island, NE
Metro area for librarian employment
Kearney, NE
Metro area for librarian employment

How to Become a Librarian in Nebraska

Education

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

Key Skills

Information ScienceResearchCatalogingCommunity ProgrammingDigital LiteracyDatabase Management

Job Outlook in Nebraska

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