Lawyers pay in Nebraska
In Nebraska, the median pay for lawyers is $52.49 an hour ($109,170 a year). About 3,490 people work in this job there.
That is 32% lower than the U.S. median ($159,670). Nebraska ranks 39th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for lawyers in Nebraska
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $31.26 | $65,030 |
| 25% of workers | $39.06 | $81,240 |
| Half of workers (median) | $52.49 | $109,170 |
| 75% of workers | $79.84 | $166,080 |
| 90% of workers | $104.66 | $217,700 |
Lawyers pay in Nebraska metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Omaha | $131,730 | 2,010 |
| Grand Island | $103,150 | 50 |
| Lincoln | $101,300 | 820 |
Nebraska unemployment rate: 2.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for lawyers
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +4.7% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 28,700 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
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| Chief Executives | $214,680 |
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