Engineering Nebraska (NE) Rank #36 of 50

Mechanical Engineer Salary in Nebraska

The median mechanical engineer salary in Nebraska is $86,679 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $96,310.

Median Salary

$86,679

vs National

$-9,631

State Rank

#36 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Mechanical Engineer Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level mechanical engineer earns around $58,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $124,200 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$58,500

$-6,500 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$86,400

$-9,600 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$124,200

$-13,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$57,060	$63,400	$-6,340
25th Percentile	$70,920	$78,800	$-7,880
Median (50th)	$86,679	$96,310	$-9,631
75th Percentile	$107,640	$119,600	$-11,960
90th Percentile	$131,580	$146,200	$-14,620

Major Cities for Mechanical Engineers in Nebraska

The largest employment areas for mechanical engineers 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