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Museum Curator Salary in Nebraska

The median museum curator salary in Nebraska is $54,099 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $60,110.

Median Salary

$54,099

vs National

$-6,011

State Rank

#36 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Museum Curator Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level museum curator earns around $34,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $82,800 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$34,200

$-3,800 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$55,800

$-6,200 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$82,800

$-9,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$31,500	$35,000	$-3,500
25th Percentile	$39,600	$44,000	$-4,400
Median (50th)	$54,099	$60,110	$-6,011
75th Percentile	$70,200	$78,000	$-7,800
90th Percentile	$88,200	$98,000	$-9,800

Museum Curator Salary by City in Nebraska

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

Omaha, NE

$55,902

Pop. 486,051 · COL 93%

Lincoln, NE

$54,099

Pop. 291,082 · COL 90%

Bellevue, NE

$55,301

Pop. 64,176 · COL 92%

Grand Island, NE

$50,492

Pop. 53,131 · COL 84%

Kearney, NE

$51,695

Pop. 33,464 · COL 86%

How to Become a Museum Curator in Nebraska

Education

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

Key Skills

Collection ManagementExhibition DesignArt HistoryResearchGrant WritingPublic Programming

Job Outlook in Nebraska

Nationally, museum curator employment is projected to grow 12% over the next decade (much faster than average). Nebraska's demand may vary based on local industry trends.