Automotive & Maintenance Kearney, NE Pop. 33,464

Maintenance Worker Salary in Kearney, Nebraska

The median maintenance worker salary in Kearney, NE is $37,152 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 4.4% below the Nebraska state average.

City Median

$37,152

vs State Avg

$-1,728

vs National

$-6,048

Cost of Living

86%

Maintenance Worker Salary in Kearney by Experience

In Kearney, an entry-level maintenance worker earns around $25,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $54,180 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$25,800

$-4,200 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$37,840

$-6,160 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$54,180

$-8,820 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Kearney, NE

Percentile	Kearney	NE State	National
10th Percentile	$24,080	$25,200	$28,000
25th Percentile	$29,240	$30,600	$34,000
Median (50th)	$37,152	$38,880	$43,200
75th Percentile	$47,300	$49,500	$55,000
90th Percentile	$57,620	$60,300	$67,000

Maintenance Worker Salary in Other Nebraska Cities

How to Become a Maintenance Worker in Kearney

Education

Most maintenance worker positions require a high school diploma. Kearney and the surrounding Nebraska area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

General RepairPlumbing BasicsElectrical BasicsHVAC BasicsPaintingSafety

Job Outlook

Nationally, maintenance worker employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Kearney may vary based on local industry and population growth.