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Project Manager Salary in Nebraska

The median project manager salary in Nebraska is $87,740 per year, which is 8% below the national median of $95,370.

Median Salary

$87,740

vs National

$-7,630

State Rank

#30 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Project Manager Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level project manager earns around $53,360, while experienced professionals earn up to $133,400 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$53,360

$-4,640 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$88,320

$-7,680 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$133,400

$-11,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$51,704	$56,200	$-4,496
25th Percentile	$67,160	$73,000	$-5,840
Median (50th)	$87,740	$95,370	$-7,630
75th Percentile	$115,920	$126,000	$-10,080
90th Percentile	$146,372	$159,100	$-12,728

Project Manager Salary by City in Nebraska

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

Omaha, NE

$90,602

Pop. 486,051 · COL 93%

Lincoln, NE

$87,740

Pop. 291,082 · COL 90%

Bellevue, NE

$89,648

Pop. 64,176 · COL 92%

Grand Island, NE

$82,018

Pop. 53,131 · COL 84%

Kearney, NE

$83,926

Pop. 33,464 · COL 86%

How to Become a Project Manager in Nebraska

Education

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

Key Skills

Agile/ScrumRisk ManagementBudgetingStakeholder CommunicationJIRA/AsanaPMP Certification

Job Outlook in Nebraska

Nationally, project manager employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Nebraska's demand may vary based on local industry trends.