Construction & Real Estate Nebraska (NE) Rank #36 of 50

Surveyor Salary in Nebraska

The median surveyor salary in Nebraska is $59,031 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $65,590.

Median Salary

$59,031

vs National

$-6,559

State Rank

#36 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Surveyor Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level surveyor earns around $37,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $90,000 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$37,800

$-4,200 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$60,300

$-6,700 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$90,000

$-10,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$36,000	$40,000	$-4,000
25th Percentile	$46,800	$52,000	$-5,200
Median (50th)	$59,031	$65,590	$-6,559
75th Percentile	$77,400	$86,000	$-8,600
90th Percentile	$95,400	$106,000	$-10,600

Surveyor Salary by City in Nebraska

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

Omaha, NE

$60,999

Pop. 486,051 · COL 93%

Lincoln, NE

$59,031

Pop. 291,082 · COL 90%

Bellevue, NE

$60,343

Pop. 64,176 · COL 92%

Grand Island, NE

$55,096

Pop. 53,131 · COL 84%

Kearney, NE

$56,407

Pop. 33,464 · COL 86%

How to Become a Surveyor in Nebraska

Education

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

Key Skills

Surveying EquipmentGPS/GISCADMathematicsLegal BoundariesField Work

Job Outlook in Nebraska

Nationally, surveyor employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Nebraska's demand may vary based on local industry trends.