Engineering Nebraska (NE) Rank #36 of 50

Marine Engineer Salary in Nebraska

The median marine engineer salary in Nebraska is $87,219 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $96,910.

Median Salary

$87,219

vs National

$-9,691

State Rank

#36 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Marine Engineer Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level marine engineer earns around $55,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $130,500 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$55,800

$-6,200 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$88,200

$-9,800 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$130,500

$-14,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$52,200	$58,000	$-5,800
25th Percentile	$68,400	$76,000	$-7,600
Median (50th)	$87,219	$96,910	$-9,691
75th Percentile	$111,600	$124,000	$-12,400
90th Percentile	$136,800	$152,000	$-15,200

Marine Engineer Salary by City in Nebraska

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

Omaha, NE

$90,126

Pop. 486,051 · COL 93%

Lincoln, NE

$87,219

Pop. 291,082 · COL 90%

Bellevue, NE

$89,157

Pop. 64,176 · COL 92%

Grand Island, NE

$81,404

Pop. 53,131 · COL 84%

Kearney, NE

$83,343

Pop. 33,464 · COL 86%

How to Become a Marine Engineer in Nebraska

Education

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

Key Skills

Naval ArchitectureMarine SystemsCADPropulsionMaritime LawProject Management

Job Outlook in Nebraska

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