Agriculture & Environment Nebraska (NE) Rank #36 of 50

Zoologist Salary in Nebraska

The median zoologist salary in Nebraska is $61,407 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $68,230.

Median Salary

$61,407

vs National

$-6,823

State Rank

#36 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Zoologist Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level zoologist earns around $40,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $94,500 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$40,500

$-4,500 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$63,000

$-7,000 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$94,500

$-10,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$37,800	$42,000	$-4,200
25th Percentile	$48,600	$54,000	$-5,400
Median (50th)	$61,407	$68,230	$-6,823
75th Percentile	$81,000	$90,000	$-9,000
90th Percentile	$100,800	$112,000	$-11,200

Zoologist Salary by City in Nebraska

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

Omaha, NE

$63,454

Pop. 486,051 · COL 93%

Lincoln, NE

$61,407

Pop. 291,082 · COL 90%

Bellevue, NE

$62,772

Pop. 64,176 · COL 92%

Grand Island, NE

$57,313

Pop. 53,131 · COL 84%

Kearney, NE

$58,678

Pop. 33,464 · COL 86%

How to Become a Zoologist in Nebraska

Education

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

Key Skills

Wildlife BiologyField ResearchData AnalysisGISScientific WritingConservation

Job Outlook in Nebraska

Nationally, zoologist employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Nebraska's demand may vary based on local industry trends.