Computer Programmers pay in Nebraska
In Nebraska, the median pay for computer programmers is $45.75 an hour ($95,150 a year). About 1,090 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($100,390). Nebraska ranks 22nd of 46 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for computer programmers in Nebraska
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $29.65 | $61,680 |
| 25% of workers | $31.82 | $66,180 |
| Half of workers (median) | $45.75 | $95,150 |
| 75% of workers | $59.95 | $124,690 |
| 90% of workers | $74.28 | $154,500 |
Computer Programmers pay in Nebraska metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Omaha | $95,150 | 640 |
| Lincoln | $92,510 | 260 |
Nebraska unemployment rate: 2.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for computer programmers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Job outlook: -7.3% over ten years, declining · about 4,400 openings a year (BLS)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Software Developers | $110,900 |
| Computer User Support Specialists | $60,830 |
| Computer Systems Analysts | $91,810 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $92,480 |
| Network and Computer Systems Administrators | $84,700 |
| Computer Network Support Specialists | $65,450 |
| Computer Network Architects | $116,420 |
| Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers | $98,010 |
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