Engineering Omaha, NE Pop. 486,051

Marine Engineer Salary in Omaha, Nebraska

The median marine engineer salary in Omaha, NE is $90,126 per year, which is 7% below the national median and 3.3% above the Nebraska state average.

City Median
$90,126
vs State Avg
+$2,907
vs National
$-6,784
Cost of Living
93%

Marine Engineer Salary in Omaha by Experience

In Omaha, an entry-level marine engineer earns around $57,660, while experienced professionals earn up to $134,850 per year. The local cost of living index is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$57,660
$-4,340 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$91,140
$-6,860 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$134,850
$-10,150 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Omaha, NE

Percentile Omaha
10th Percentile $53,940
25th Percentile $70,680
Median (50th) $90,126
75th Percentile $115,320
90th Percentile $141,360

Marine Engineer Salary in Other Nebraska Cities

Bellevue, NE
$89,157
Pop. 64,176
Lincoln, NE
$87,219
Pop. 291,082
Kearney, NE
$83,343
Pop. 33,464
Grand Island, NE
$81,404
Pop. 53,131

How to Become a Marine Engineer in Omaha

Education

Most marine engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Omaha and the surrounding Nebraska area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Naval ArchitectureMarine SystemsCADPropulsionMaritime LawProject Management

Job Outlook

Nationally, marine engineer employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Omaha may vary based on local industry and population growth.