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Physicist Salary in Nebraska

The median physicist salary in Nebraska is $137,187 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $152,430.

Median Salary

$137,187

vs National

$-15,243

State Rank

#36 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Physicist Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level physicist earns around $73,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $198,000 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$73,800

$-8,200 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$139,500

$-15,500 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$198,000

$-22,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$70,200	$78,000	$-7,800
25th Percentile	$97,200	$108,000	$-10,800
Median (50th)	$137,187	$152,430	$-15,243
75th Percentile	$175,500	$195,000	$-19,500
90th Percentile	$214,200	$238,000	$-23,800

Physicist Salary by City in Nebraska

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

Omaha, NE

$141,760

Pop. 486,051 · COL 93%

Lincoln, NE

$137,187

Pop. 291,082 · COL 90%

Bellevue, NE

$140,236

Pop. 64,176 · COL 92%

Grand Island, NE

$128,041

Pop. 53,131 · COL 84%

Kearney, NE

$131,090

Pop. 33,464 · COL 86%

How to Become a Physicist in Nebraska

Education

Most physicist positions require a doctoral degree. Nebraska has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Mathematical ModelingExperimental PhysicsPython/MATLABData AnalysisScientific WritingLaboratory Equipment

Job Outlook in Nebraska

Nationally, physicist employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Nebraska's demand may vary based on local industry trends.