Registered Nurses pay in Omaha
In Omaha (NE), the median pay for registered nurses is $40.67 an hour ($84,600 a year). About 13,200 people work in this job there.
That is 13% lower than the U.S. median ($97,550). It is about the same as the Nebraska median ($84,730).
Pay range for registered nurses in Omaha (NE)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $33.21 | $69,070 |
| 25% of workers | $38.09 | $79,240 |
| Half of workers (median) | $40.67 | $84,600 |
| 75% of workers | $49.36 | $102,670 |
| 90% of workers | $54.30 | $112,940 |
Registered Nurses pay in Nebraska metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln | $87,530 | 4,200 |
| Omaha (this page) | $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 Omaha (NE)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $40,020 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $63,540 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $133,760 |
| Pharmacists | $141,830 |
| Physical Therapists | $99,630 |
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