Data Scientists pay in Omaha
In Omaha (NE), the median pay for data scientists is $48.48 an hour ($100,830 a year). About 1,200 people work in this job there.
That is 16% lower than the U.S. median ($120,230). It is 3% higher than the Nebraska median ($98,230).
Pay range for data scientists in Omaha (NE)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $34.00 | $70,720 |
| 25% of workers | $39.74 | $82,650 |
| Half of workers (median) | $48.48 | $100,830 |
| 75% of workers | $55.37 | $115,170 |
| 90% of workers | $65.32 | $135,870 |
Data Scientists pay in Nebraska metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Omaha (this page) | $100,830 | 1,200 |
| Lincoln | $87,890 | 450 |
Nebraska unemployment rate: 2.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for data scientists
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +34.6% over ten years, much faster than average · about 24,800 openings a year (BLS)
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