Electricians pay in Nebraska
In Nebraska, the median pay for electricians is $29.24 an hour ($60,820 a year). About 6,440 people work in this job there.
That is 4% lower than the U.S. median ($63,190). Nebraska ranks 42nd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for electricians in Nebraska
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.42 | $40,400 |
| 25% of workers | $23.14 | $48,140 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.24 | $60,820 |
| 75% of workers | $38.04 | $79,130 |
| 90% of workers | $45.21 | $94,040 |
Electricians pay in Nebraska metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Omaha | $62,440 | 3,530 |
| Lincoln | $60,680 | 1,020 |
| Grand Island | $52,470 | 260 |
Nebraska unemployment rate: 2.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for electricians
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Apprenticeship (BLS)
- Job outlook: +9.2% over ten years, much faster than average · about 72,700 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
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