Registered Nurses pay in Lincoln
In Lincoln (NE), the median pay for registered nurses is $42.08 an hour ($87,530 a year). About 4,200 people work in this job there.
That is 10% lower than the U.S. median ($97,550). It is 3% higher than the Nebraska median ($84,730).
Pay range for registered nurses in Lincoln (NE)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $30.90 | $64,280 |
| 25% of workers | $37.75 | $78,530 |
| Half of workers (median) | $42.08 | $87,530 |
| 75% of workers | $44.98 | $93,560 |
| 90% of workers | $50.00 | $104,010 |
Registered Nurses pay in Nebraska metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln (this page) | $87,530 | 4,200 |
| Omaha | $84,600 | 13,200 |
| Grand Island | $82,590 | 830 |
Nebraska unemployment rate: 2.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for registered nurses
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +5.6% over ten years, faster than average · about 180,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Lincoln (NE)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $38,650 |
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