Bakers pay in Nebraska
In Nebraska, the median pay for bakers is $16.96 an hour ($35,280 a year). About 1,030 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($37,160). Nebraska ranks 34th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for bakers in Nebraska
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $13.93 | $28,970 |
| 25% of workers | $14.61 | $30,380 |
| Half of workers (median) | $16.96 | $35,280 |
| 75% of workers | $20.92 | $43,520 |
| 90% of workers | $23.04 | $47,930 |
Bakers pay in Nebraska metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Omaha | $36,430 | 570 |
| Lincoln | $36,290 | 220 |
| Grand Island | $34,850 | 30 |
Nebraska unemployment rate: 2.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for bakers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +5.5% over ten years, faster than average · about 36,500 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Nebraska
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Food Preparation Workers | $35,210 |
| Cooks, Restaurant | $37,030 |
| Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria | $36,390 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $30,430 |
| Cooks, Short Order | $30,530 |
| Butchers and Meat Cutters | $37,630 |
| Food Batchmakers | $41,210 |
| Food Cooking Machine Operators and Tenders | $45,420 |
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