Healthcare Nebraska (NE) Rank #37 of 50

Psychologist Salary in Nebraska

The median psychologist salary in Nebraska is $76,797 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $85,330.

Median Salary

$76,797

vs National

$-8,533

State Rank

#37 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Psychologist Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level psychologist earns around $46,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $130,500 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$46,800

$-5,200 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$79,200

$-8,800 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$130,500

$-14,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$43,200	$48,000	$-4,800
25th Percentile	$57,600	$64,000	$-6,400
Median (50th)	$76,797	$85,330	$-8,533
75th Percentile	$103,500	$115,000	$-11,500
90th Percentile	$139,500	$155,000	$-15,500

Psychologist Salary by City in Nebraska

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

Omaha, NE

$79,357

Pop. 486,051 · COL 93%

Lincoln, NE

$76,797

Pop. 291,082 · COL 90%

Bellevue, NE

$78,504

Pop. 64,176 · COL 92%

Grand Island, NE

$71,677

Pop. 53,131 · COL 84%

Kearney, NE

$73,384

Pop. 33,464 · COL 86%

How to Become a Psychologist in Nebraska

Education

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

Key Skills

PsychotherapyPsychological AssessmentCBT/DBTResearch MethodsClinical DocumentationEthics

Job Outlook in Nebraska

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