Healthcare Nebraska (NE) Rank #37 of 50

Psychiatrist Salary in Nebraska

The median psychiatrist salary in Nebraska is $230,067 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $255,630.

Median Salary

$230,067

vs National

$-25,563

State Rank

#37 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Psychiatrist Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level psychiatrist earns around $112,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $346,500 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$112,500

$-12,500 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$232,200

$-25,800 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$346,500

$-38,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$108,000	$120,000	$-12,000
25th Percentile	$157,500	$175,000	$-17,500
Median (50th)	$230,067	$255,630	$-25,563
75th Percentile	$297,000	$330,000	$-33,000
90th Percentile	$360,000	$400,000	$-40,000

Psychiatrist Salary by City in Nebraska

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

Omaha, NE

$237,736

Pop. 486,051 · COL 93%

Lincoln, NE

$230,067

Pop. 291,082 · COL 90%

Bellevue, NE

$235,180

Pop. 64,176 · COL 92%

Grand Island, NE

$214,729

Pop. 53,131 · COL 84%

Kearney, NE

$219,842

Pop. 33,464 · COL 86%

How to Become a Psychiatrist in Nebraska

Education

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

Key Skills

PsychiatryPsychopharmacologyCBT/DBTDiagnosisPatient AssessmentDocumentation

Job Outlook in Nebraska

Nationally, psychiatrist employment is projected to grow 7% over the next decade (faster than average). Nebraska's demand may vary based on local industry trends.