Healthcare Nebraska (NE) Rank #37 of 50

Registered Nurse Salary in Nebraska

The median registered nurse salary in Nebraska is $73,098 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $81,220.

Median Salary

$73,098

vs National

$-8,122

State Rank

#37 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Registered Nurse Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $52,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $103,500 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$52,200

$-5,800 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$73,800

$-8,200 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$103,500

$-11,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$51,660	$57,400	$-5,740
25th Percentile	$60,120	$66,800	$-6,680
Median (50th)	$73,098	$81,220	$-8,122
75th Percentile	$90,990	$101,100	$-10,110
90th Percentile	$108,720	$120,800	$-12,080

Major Cities for Registered Nurses in Nebraska

The largest employment areas for registered nurses in Nebraska include Omaha, Lincoln, Bellevue, and Grand Island. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Omaha, NE