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Teacher (K-12) Salary in Nebraska

The median teacher (k-12) salary in Nebraska is $55,521 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $61,690.

Median Salary

$55,521

vs National

$-6,169

State Rank

#36 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Teacher (K-12) Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level teacher (k-12) earns around $37,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $82,800 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)

$55,800

$-6,200 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$82,800

$-9,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$37,260	$41,400	$-4,140
25th Percentile	$43,920	$48,800	$-4,880
Median (50th)	$55,521	$61,690	$-6,169
75th Percentile	$71,280	$79,200	$-7,920
90th Percentile	$90,900	$101,000	$-10,100

Teacher (K-12) Salary by City in Nebraska

The largest employment areas for teacher (k-12)s in Nebraska include Omaha, Lincoln, Bellevue, and Grand Island. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Omaha, NE

$57,372

Pop. 486,051 · COL 93%

Lincoln, NE

$55,521

Pop. 291,082 · COL 90%

Bellevue, NE

$56,755

Pop. 64,176 · COL 92%

Grand Island, NE

$51,820

Pop. 53,131 · COL 84%

Kearney, NE

$53,053

Pop. 33,464 · COL 86%

How to Become a Teacher (K-12) in Nebraska

Education

Most teacher (k-12) positions require a bachelor's degree. Nebraska has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Lesson PlanningClassroom ManagementAssessmentDifferentiated InstructionCommunicationEducational Technology

Job Outlook in Nebraska

Nationally, teacher (k-12) employment is projected to grow 1% over the next decade (slower than average). Nebraska's demand may vary based on local industry trends.