Registered Nurse Salary in Nebraska

Compare live registered nurse pay signals and active healthcare openings in Nebraska.

Generated from 49 active jobs and 8 listed-pay samples in this market.

Average salary

$108,059

Hourly average

$51.95/hr

Low

$75,000

High

$171,236

Vs national

+10%

Salary distribution

Mean, median, and range in Nebraska

8 pay samples
Low $75,000
Median $75,000
Mean $108,059
High $171,236
Low sample$75,000
Median$75,000
Mean$108,059
High sample$171,236

Purchasing power

Salary vs cost of living

Local salary$108,059
National benchmark$98,430
Purchasing power$110,264

Because local costs are lower, this salary can feel closer to this amount in an average-cost city.

Local average$108,059
National benchmark$98,430
Benchmark sourceBLS OEWS May 2025
Estimated local cost level98 cents per national $1
Purchasing power$110,264
Estimated rent share12 cents of each gross-pay dollar

Compare another market

Does Nebraska pay stretch further?

Compare Registered Nurse pay with local cost levels included.

Here

$108,059 adjusted

Compared with

$84,571 adjusted

RN Salary by Experience Level

Entry Level

0-2 years

$88,608

$77,802$97,253

Mid Level

3-5 years

$108,059

$97,253$118,865

Experienced

6-10 years

$122,107

$110,220$133,993

Senior

10+ years

$140,477

$125,348$156,686

What Affects RN Pay in Nebraska?

Shift Differentials

  • Day ShiftBase pay
  • Evening Shift+$2-4/hr
  • Night Shift+$4-8/hr
  • Weekend+$3-6/hr

Location Factors

  • Rural areas may offer higher pay due to staffing shortages.
  • Hospital systems typically pay more than private clinics.
  • Travel RN positions offer premium rates.
  • Cost-of-living adjustments can improve purchasing power.

RN Benefits & Top Employers in Nebraska

Common Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision benefits vary by employer
  • Shift differential opportunities may be available
  • Sign-on and relocation incentives vary by facility
  • Continuing education or certification support may be available

Market summary

Registered Nurse pay in Nebraska is estimated from live JibJob openings with listed compensation. Use this guide to compare pay alongside current employer demand before applying.

This generated salary page requires at least 10 active jobs and 3 usable salary samples in the market, so low-inventory role and city combinations are not published.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Registered Nurse salary in Nebraska?
The current JibJob estimate for Registered Nurse roles in Nebraska is based on 8 listed-pay job samples across 49 active openings.
Are Registered Nurse jobs hiring in Nebraska?
Yes. JibJob is currently tracking 49 active registered nurse openings in Nebraska.

Data Sources & Methodology

The data presented on this page is compiled from multiple authoritative sources to provide accurate and up-to-date information about healthcare careers and cost of living.

Last updated: 2026-06-16T04:15:58.821Z

Salary data represents averages and may vary based on experience, employer, and specific position. Cost of living indices are relative to the national average of 100.