Agriculture & Environment Nebraska (NE) Rank #36 of 50

Park Ranger Salary in Nebraska

The median park ranger salary in Nebraska is $38,250 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $42,500.

Median Salary

$38,250

vs National

$-4,250

State Rank

#36 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Park Ranger Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level park ranger earns around $27,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $61,200 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$27,000

$-3,000 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$39,600

$-4,400 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$61,200

$-6,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$25,200	$28,000	$-2,800
25th Percentile	$30,600	$34,000	$-3,400
Median (50th)	$38,250	$42,500	$-4,250
75th Percentile	$52,200	$58,000	$-5,800
90th Percentile	$64,800	$72,000	$-7,200

Park Ranger Salary by City in Nebraska

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

Omaha, NE

$39,525

Pop. 486,051 · COL 93%

Lincoln, NE

$38,250

Pop. 291,082 · COL 90%

Bellevue, NE

$39,100

Pop. 64,176 · COL 92%

Grand Island, NE

$35,700

Pop. 53,131 · COL 84%

Kearney, NE

$36,550

Pop. 33,464 · COL 86%

How to Become a Park Ranger in Nebraska

Education

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

Key Skills

ConservationLaw EnforcementPublic EducationWildlife ManagementEmergency ResponseOutdoor Skills

Job Outlook in Nebraska

Nationally, park ranger employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Nebraska's demand may vary based on local industry trends.