Lawyers pay in Omaha
In Omaha (NE), the median pay for lawyers is $63.33 an hour ($131,730 a year). About 2,010 people work in this job there.
That is 17% lower than the U.S. median ($159,670). It is 21% higher than the Nebraska median ($109,170).
Pay range for lawyers in Omaha (NE)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $36.88 | $76,700 |
| 25% of workers | $45.63 | $94,920 |
| Half of workers (median) | $63.33 | $131,730 |
| 75% of workers | $89.52 | $186,200 |
| 90% of workers | $110.97 | $230,820 |
Lawyers pay in Nebraska metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Omaha (this page) | $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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