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370 Jobs That Pay Over $50K in Nebraska (2025)

Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed: 2026-05-19

There are 370 occupations in Nebraska with a median salary above $50K per year. The highest-paying is Cardiologists at $646,300/year. Based on 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Data: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025

$50K+ $75K+ $100K+ $150K+

Average Salary by State

Average salaries across all 50 states. Click a state to see its $50K+ jobs.

$57,873

$89,679

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS 2025 Annual

AL $63,963 AK $79,599 AZ $72,019 AR $58,447 CA $83,172 CO $76,493 CT $78,019 DE $71,614 DC $89,679 FL $67,772 GA $69,372 HI $73,976 ID $67,243 IL $74,900 IN $68,360 IA $68,184 KS $65,075 KY $66,085 LA $62,928 ME $70,351 MD $79,476 MA $81,221 MI $70,102 MN $79,901 MS $57,873 MO $67,599 MT $65,918 NE $68,499 NV $69,352 NH $75,725 NJ $80,366 NM $68,121 NY $83,189 NC $67,685 ND $70,391 OH $69,737 OK $63,871 OR $75,924 PA $70,617 RI $78,209 SC $66,430 SD $64,417 TN $66,638 TX $68,700 UT $68,195 VT $74,078 VA $73,984 WA $86,472 WV $62,235 WI $71,762 WY $66,073

370
Jobs Over $50K

$646,300

#1: Cardiologists

$85,011

Avg of Qualifying Jobs

471,630

Workers in These Jobs

All 370 Jobs Paying Over $50K in Nebraska

Ranked by median annual salary. Click any job to see the full salary breakdown.

#	Occupation	Median Salary	Mean Salary	Workers
1	Cardiologists	$646,300	$627,390	170
2	Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric	$507,770	$456,110	200
3	Emergency Medicine Physicians	$371,880	$353,880	390
4	Dermatologists	$359,580	$352,480	N/A
5	Obstetricians and Gynecologists	$342,570	$300,500	180
6	Anesthesiologists	$334,210	$369,590	260
7	Neurologists	$269,270	$266,560	80
8	Nurse Anesthetists	$246,730	$255,610	430
9	Physicians, Pathologists	$229,140	$269,160	90
10	Family Medicine Physicians	$228,590	$259,630	830
11	General Internal Medicine Physicians	$221,360	$226,440	900
12	Chief Executives	$214,680	$264,120	2,510
13	Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates	$208,180	$197,450	160
14	Dentists, General	$179,750	$186,420	790
15	Pediatricians, General	$175,990	$210,390	290
16	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$141,020	$154,310	1,510
17	Financial Managers	$140,360	$155,410	5,630
18	Pharmacists	$139,330	$136,260	2,450
19	Nurse Midwives	$138,880	$137,300	N/A
20	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$135,780	$147,830	5,070
21	Aerospace Engineers	$135,670	$145,420	130
22	Psychiatrists	$135,180	$196,590	180
23	Computer Hardware Engineers	$134,950	$137,560	80
24	Database Architects	$134,320	$135,170	610
25	Physician Assistants	$133,040	$132,810	1,330
26	Nurse Practitioners	$132,130	$131,710	2,340
27	Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers	$131,650	$156,450	60
28	Economics Teachers, Postsecondary	$130,980	$129,270	90
29	Human Resources Managers	$129,460	$139,170	1,660
30	Law Teachers, Postsecondary	$127,690	$143,540	100
31	Sales Managers	$126,990	$141,810	3,000
32	Optometrists	$125,040	$132,660	340
33	Purchasing Managers	$124,010	$129,590	440
34	Compensation and Benefits Managers	$121,630	$129,020	140
35	Environmental Engineers	$120,620	$120,150	270
36	Natural Sciences Managers	$120,620	$122,280	550
37	Elevator and Escalator Installers and Repairers	$117,690	$102,760	140
38	Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers	$117,060	$128,540	30
39	Computer Network Architects	$116,420	$118,960	1,350
40	Air Traffic Controllers	$111,710	$113,210	70
41	Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers	$111,460	$111,970	200
42	Software Developers	$110,900	$115,590	7,260
43	Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary	$110,580	$116,560	1,860
44	Marketing Managers	$110,570	$127,360	1,910
45	Lawyers	$109,170	$133,490	3,490
46	Nuclear Power Reactor Operators	$108,650	$115,340	50
47	Medical and Health Services Managers	$107,700	$126,560	3,770
48	Electrical Engineers	$107,260	$107,140	1,060
49	Industrial Production Managers	$107,200	$118,390	2,160
50	Advertising and Promotions Managers	$106,380	$114,570	160
51	First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives	$106,100	$104,350	730
52	Administrative Services Managers	$105,720	$117,130	2,600
53	Training and Development Managers	$105,710	$121,000	440
54	Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay	$104,850	$106,850	60
55	Commercial Pilots	$104,780	$103,300	290
56	Public Relations Managers	$104,440	$117,790	330
57	Nuclear Medicine Technologists	$104,320	$99,750	120
58	Veterinarians	$103,500	$123,810	780
59	Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors	$103,230	$102,010	90
60	Civil Engineers	$103,150	$106,860	2,360
61	Actuaries	$102,790	$112,580	270
62	Facilities Managers	$102,150	$107,920	1,430
63	Construction Managers	$100,820	$107,500	3,430
64	Petroleum Engineers	$100,800	$120,870	150
65	Detectives and Criminal Investigators	$100,530	$103,850	290
66	Database Administrators	$100,020	$103,060	610
67	Radiation Therapists	$98,670	$114,800	120
68	Power Distributors and Dispatchers	$98,570	$96,770	240
69	Physics Teachers, Postsecondary	$98,460	$108,010	70
70	Chemical Engineers	$98,310	$107,760	130
71	Operations Research Analysts	$98,300	$101,330	330
72	Materials Engineers	$98,270	$100,320	160
73	Data Scientists	$98,230	$98,980	1,980
74	Power Plant Operators	$98,210	$97,900	360
75	Industrial Engineers	$98,170	$99,980	1,160
76	Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers	$98,010	$98,160	1,240
77	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,640	$105,190	250
78	Audiologists	$97,460	$96,520	90
79	Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers	$97,380	$102,100	1,420
80	Fundraising Managers	$97,230	$109,690	400
81	Physical Therapists	$97,090	$95,890	2,140
82	Education Administrators, Postsecondary	$96,030	$112,380	1,560
83	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$95,860	$100,750	390
84	Computer Programmers	$95,150	$99,020	1,090
85	Clinical and Counseling Psychologists	$94,540	$99,180	770
86	Anthropologists and Archeologists	$94,520	$92,050	40
87	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$94,360	$106,280	260
88	Financial Risk Specialists	$94,280	$92,760	250
89	Postmasters and Mail Superintendents	$94,040	$94,060	150
90	Occupational Therapists	$93,740	$91,620	1,500
91	Personal Financial Advisors	$93,280	$129,590	2,210
92	Dental Hygienists	$92,580	$88,990	1,280
93	Information Security Analysts	$92,550	$102,210	1,210
94	Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers	$92,150	$87,800	1,490
95	Computer Systems Analysts	$91,810	$96,880	2,440
96	Architects, Except Landscape and Naval	$91,530	$96,580	620
97	Electronics Engineers, Except Computer	$91,140	$102,170	250
98	Sales Engineers	$90,140	$97,720	130
99	Emergency Management Directors	$89,740	$96,940	120
100	School Psychologists	$88,980	$92,260	440
101	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$88,690	$110,100	530
102	Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door	$88,610	$88,170	440
103	Mechanical Engineers	$88,060	$96,820	950
104	Gas Plant Operators	$87,790	$87,760	270
105	Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$86,380	$92,430	50
106	Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers	$85,550	$87,510	110
107	Financial and Investment Analysts	$85,320	$94,830	N/A
108	General and Operations Managers	$85,090	$106,770	24,030
109	Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary	$85,050	$94,230	150
110	Registered Nurses	$84,730	$88,330	24,720
111	Network and Computer Systems Administrators	$84,700	$91,640	1,560
112	Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products	$84,400	$91,140	1,700
113	Speech-Language Pathologists	$84,350	$87,030	1,310
114	Occupational Health and Safety Specialists	$83,990	$85,160	630
115	Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers	$83,890	$88,960	80
116	Statisticians	$83,480	$84,790	140
117	Epidemiologists	$83,240	$83,610	80
118	Budget Analysts	$83,010	$88,120	200
119	First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers	$82,980	$95,720	1,870
120	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$82,720	$89,010	300
121	Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists	$82,710	$83,450	290
122	Diagnostic Medical Sonographers	$82,670	$86,220	780
123	Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents	$82,560	$112,800	2,150
124	Labor Relations Specialists	$81,910	$89,510	270
125	Respiratory Therapists	$81,590	$80,710	840
126	Cartographers and Photogrammetrists	$81,500	$81,440	50
127	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$81,190	$100,660	500
128	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$80,970	$84,250	620
129	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$80,960	$108,000	2,760
130	First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers	$80,810	$84,950	370
131	First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers	$80,490	$83,050	340
132	Web Developers	$80,350	$82,350	230
133	Project Management Specialists	$80,150	$86,240	3,190
134	Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians	$80,050	$78,670	250
135	Loan Officers	$79,840	$89,530	2,710
136	Credit Analysts	$79,730	$83,660	510
137	Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$79,310	$88,600	270
138	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$79,180	$90,600	90
139	Instructional Coordinators	$79,150	$80,080	1,370
140	Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas	$79,140	$73,900	40
141	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,950	$87,560	600
142	Funeral Home Managers	$78,590	$80,650	110
143	English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,450	$88,050	500
144	First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers	$77,850	$80,800	4,610
145	Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary	$77,540	$94,740	60
146	Soil and Plant Scientists	$77,500	$76,950	640
147	Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary	$77,340	$88,660	170
148	Fire Inspectors and Investigators	$76,770	$75,970	60
149	Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners	$76,480	$75,450	60
150	Conservation Scientists	$76,400	$77,930	220
151	Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary	$76,230	$75,740	70
152	Bailiffs	$76,090	$66,830	50
153	Insulation Workers, Mechanical	$75,940	$66,120	130
154	Economists	$75,880	$86,280	90
155	Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators	$75,830	$76,730	3,160
156	First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers	$75,570	$76,900	6,020
157	Management Analysts	$75,360	$85,140	2,740
158	Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary	$75,280	$76,190	80
159	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$75,200	$85,880	490
160	Insurance Underwriters	$75,120	$76,900	1,410
161	Buyers and Purchasing Agents	$74,950	$80,290	2,850
162	Chemists	$74,890	$84,560	350
163	Urban and Regional Planners	$74,830	$76,570	360
164	Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers	$74,620	$75,290	3,490
165	Financial Examiners	$74,460	$82,700	840
166	Set and Exhibit Designers	$73,980	$73,700	50
167	Compliance Officers	$73,920	$77,850	3,470
168	Social and Community Service Managers	$73,790	$78,660	1,320
169	Art Directors	$73,270	$77,260	140
170	Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall	$73,140	$65,030	310
171	Cost Estimators	$73,100	$75,840	1,330
172	Radiologic Technologists and Technicians	$72,860	$74,600	1,670
173	Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians	$72,800	$70,810	130
174	Directors, Religious Activities and Education	$72,500	$75,380	40
175	Microbiologists	$72,470	$87,580	90
176	Geography Teachers, Postsecondary	$72,300	$70,900	40
177	Food Scientists and Technologists	$72,230	$81,210	230
178	First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers	$72,200	$73,780	6,040
179	Accountants and Auditors	$72,080	$77,660	10,340
180	Commercial and Industrial Designers	$71,570	$75,790	90
181	Dietitians and Nutritionists	$70,160	$71,090	570
182	Historians	$70,050	$83,380	30
183	Tool and Die Makers	$69,150	$68,930	360
184	Cooling and Freezing Equipment Operators and Tenders	$68,170	$59,890	60
185	Surveyors	$68,050	$71,950	430
186	Fundraisers	$68,030	$73,700	770
187	Lodging Managers	$67,990	$72,390	330
188	Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists	$67,410	$74,500	460
189	Biochemists and Biophysicists	$66,910	$71,550	70
190	Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners	$66,890	$58,300	300
191	Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians	$66,590	$70,600	370
192	Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health	$66,240	$66,090	140
193	Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants	$66,210	$71,030	1,860
194	Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$66,190	$65,780	40
195	Chiropractors	$66,050	$85,010	500
196	Forensic Science Technicians	$65,920	$65,470	150
197	Training and Development Specialists	$65,700	$71,610	3,650
198	Web and Digital Interface Designers	$65,520	$71,360	720
199	Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians	$65,490	$69,380	710
200	Structural Iron and Steel Workers	$65,470	$64,390	610
201	Writers and Authors	$65,470	$69,010	240
202	Computer Network Support Specialists	$65,450	$72,410	1,490
203	Logisticians	$65,370	$75,310	1,500
204	Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines	$65,150	$68,460	1,490
205	Construction and Building Inspectors	$65,000	$67,100	570
206	Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators	$64,930	$67,060	290
207	Interior Designers	$64,870	$70,220	430
208	Property Appraisers and Assessors	$64,770	$69,790	400
209	Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators	$64,620	$63,830	40
210	Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers	$64,530	$70,980	220
211	Survey Researchers	$64,530	$60,890	210
212	Sheet Metal Workers	$64,440	$67,250	440
213	Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers	$64,310	$63,910	210
214	Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment	$64,120	$66,470	410
215	Industrial Machinery Mechanics	$64,110	$66,000	2,880
216	Librarians and Media Collections Specialists	$64,060	$63,200	1,200
217	Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health	$64,040	$74,880	510
218	Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products	$64,030	$74,860	8,550
219	Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians	$64,020	$67,910	410
220	Surgical Technologists	$63,880	$65,290	770
221	Sound Engineering Technicians	$63,810	$65,410	50
222	Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors	$63,770	$70,220	2,170
223	Calibration Technologists and Technicians	$63,530	$67,210	130
224	Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists	$63,460	$63,710	560
225	Special Education Teachers, Middle School	$63,460	$65,740	680
226	Special Education Teachers, Secondary School	$63,460	$66,090	1,240
227	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$63,450	$65,520	7,170
228	Correctional Officers and Jailers	$63,380	$64,120	3,250
229	Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling	$63,270	$71,650	310
230	Paralegals and Legal Assistants	$63,250	$63,480	1,630
231	Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers	$63,190	$63,370	70
232	Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School	$63,180	$64,990	1,310
233	Occupational Therapy Assistants	$63,180	$62,520	210
234	Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians	$63,160	$61,310	N/A
235	Fish and Game Wardens	$63,000	$66,670	70
236	Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas	$62,990	$61,450	30
237	Recreational Therapists	$62,980	$60,600	150
238	Reinforcing Iron and Rebar Workers	$62,920	$66,290	230
239	Advertising Sales Agents	$62,890	$88,100	1,190
240	Special Education Teachers, Preschool	$62,760	$61,320	80
241	Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses	$62,660	$64,560	4,580
242	Chemical Technicians	$62,640	$63,510	280
243	First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers	$62,620	$63,530	90
244	Marriage and Family Therapists	$62,610	$65,640	260
245	Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle School	$62,580	$65,970	370
246	Credit Counselors	$62,510	$67,760	260
247	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$62,510	$63,630	4,150
248	Cargo and Freight Agents	$62,500	$63,790	390
249	Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors	$62,500	$68,570	2,190
250	Healthcare Social Workers	$62,420	$63,680	980
251	Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School	$62,420	$65,160	1,900
252	Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education	$62,380	$63,730	8,710
253	Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage	$62,350	$73,880	90
254	Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education	$62,200	$63,530	1,120
255	Landscape Architects	$62,170	$64,020	190
256	First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers	$61,980	$65,390	9,930
257	Human Resources Specialists	$61,930	$67,010	7,220
258	Public Relations Specialists	$61,780	$66,120	1,590
259	Transportation Security Screeners	$61,710	$57,890	290
260	Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary	$61,650	$72,650	70
261	Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers	$61,610	$69,420	1,530
262	Insurance Sales Agents	$61,590	$75,040	6,160
263	Architectural and Civil Drafters	$61,550	$65,950	850
264	Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary	$61,430	$59,360	50
265	Traffic Technicians	$61,380	$58,000	40
266	Physical Therapist Assistants	$61,370	$61,890	980
267	Gambling Managers	$61,360	$80,870	40
268	Orthotists and Prosthetists	$61,290	$67,570	110
269	Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators	$61,220	$60,380	740
270	Brickmasons and Blockmasons	$61,200	$59,520	350
271	Maintenance Workers, Machinery	$61,190	$60,090	650
272	Mechanical Drafters	$61,170	$64,230	530
273	Riggers	$61,080	$63,710	100
274	Firefighters	$61,040	$59,190	1,070
275	Athletic Trainers	$61,020	$62,140	270
276	Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters	$60,970	$65,710	4,110
277	Brokerage Clerks	$60,880	$63,470	440
278	Computer User Support Specialists	$60,830	$60,140	6,380
279	Electricians	$60,820	$63,960	6,440
280	Crane and Tower Operators	$60,720	$61,510	410
281	Farm and Home Management Educators	$60,670	$61,260	90
282	First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors	$60,630	$64,830	3,530
283	Atmospheric and Space Scientists	$60,540	$83,250	160
284	Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians	$60,540	$62,070	1,930
285	Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers	$60,520	$61,420	1,430
286	Chefs and Head Cooks	$60,510	$66,990	540
287	Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$60,490	$69,620	470
288	Forging Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic	$60,460	$61,420	200
289	Food Service Managers	$60,450	$65,990	2,050
290	Millwrights	$60,320	$60,080	590
291	Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas	$60,200	$57,880	210
292	Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians	$60,000	$65,360	330
293	Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists	$60,000	$64,970	3,780
294	Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians	$59,970	$62,550	240
295	Postal Service Mail Carriers	$59,880	$61,400	2,150
296	Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers	$59,850	$61,050	3,020
297	Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders	$59,750	$57,300	1,020
298	Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic	$59,630	$55,240	70
299	Statistical Assistants	$59,620	$57,430	170
300	Electrical and Electronics Drafters	$59,570	$64,780	190
301	Postal Service Clerks	$59,490	$58,000	690
302	Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine Operators	$59,490	$60,920	640
303	Tile and Stone Setters	$59,350	$56,850	N/A
304	Occupational Health and Safety Technicians	$59,180	$67,760	200
305	Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents	$59,150	$63,040	180
306	Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists	$59,140	$59,790	2,720
307	Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders	$58,920	$56,940	270
308	Curators	$58,600	$61,750	120
309	Dental Laboratory Technicians	$58,590	$56,330	190
310	Skincare Specialists	$58,420	$65,260	550
311	Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers	$58,390	$60,070	23,160
312	Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining	$58,370	$55,830	300
313	Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators	$58,360	$58,240	3,180
314	Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists	$57,890	$60,530	140
315	First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers	$57,820	$60,480	1,010
316	Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel	$57,770	$66,920	6,110
317	Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers	$57,760	$56,810	60
318	Clergy	$57,520	$57,610	270
319	Psychiatric Technicians	$57,370	$53,800	1,390
320	Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders	$57,280	$56,740	650
321	History Teachers, Postsecondary	$57,150	$63,970	190
322	Medical Equipment Repairers	$57,080	$58,380	360
323	Manicurists and Pedicurists	$56,940	$60,560	310
324	Health Education Specialists	$56,800	$59,540	230
325	Mechanical Door Repairers	$56,760	$55,110	280
326	Graphic Designers	$56,700	$58,000	1,670
327	Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians	$56,510	$50,780	110
328	Paramedics	$56,230	$59,520	490
329	Social Science Research Assistants	$56,190	$54,460	230
330	Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare	$56,160	$64,310	550
331	Machinists	$55,860	$59,090	1,810
332	Film and Video Editors	$55,810	$58,420	120
333	Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerks	$55,710	$58,340	1,690
334	Animal Scientists	$55,300	$71,280	210
335	Agricultural Inspectors	$55,090	$53,490	370
336	Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks	$54,900	$57,030	910
337	Medical Appliance Technicians	$54,770	$61,940	170
338	Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians	$54,690	$58,760	40
339	Automotive Body and Related Repairers	$54,130	$55,960	1,120
340	Massage Therapists	$53,950	$63,020	270
341	Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance	$53,880	$58,570	1,500
342	Roustabouts, Oil and Gas	$53,340	$53,420	40
343	Surgical Assistants	$53,190	$60,730	80
344	Interpreters and Translators	$53,050	$58,940	570
345	Metal-Refining Furnace Operators and Tenders	$52,800	$53,350	60
346	Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners	$52,630	$57,670	610
347	Producers and Directors	$52,580	$62,370	470
348	Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers	$52,410	$55,820	N/A
349	Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic	$52,360	$51,020	510
350	Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers	$52,220	$55,290	4,200
351	Community Health Workers	$51,780	$55,020	160
352	Continuous Mining Machine Operators	$51,760	$56,310	70
353	Private Detectives and Investigators	$51,750	$58,140	160
354	Medical Records Specialists	$51,670	$56,720	1,640
355	Forest and Conservation Technicians	$51,630	$58,130	100
356	Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers	$51,270	$53,230	3,350
357	Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic	$50,960	$49,620	1,250
358	Special Effects Artists and Animators	$50,830	$56,270	90
359	Maintenance and Repair Workers, General	$50,700	$52,560	9,850
360	Audio and Video Technicians	$50,660	$53,470	290
361	Carpet Installers	$50,600	$66,420	N/A
362	Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics	$50,560	$55,430	4,560
363	Carpenters	$50,320	$54,960	5,710
364	Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs	$50,320	$53,190	220
365	Public Safety Telecommunicators	$50,270	$53,230	750
366	Glaziers	$50,190	$56,140	440
367	Motorcycle Mechanics	$50,170	$51,900	40
368	Fence Erectors	$50,120	$61,720	190
369	Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers	$50,070	$57,950	390
370	Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks	$50,030	$56,690	130

Nebraska High-Salary Insights

The $50K+ jobs in Nebraska are concentrated in Healthcare Practitioners, Management, and Legal fields.

60.6% of all tracked occupations in NE earn a median salary above $50K. The entry point for this group is $50,030/year (Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks), while the top earner makes $646,300/year.

Nebraska ranks #31 among all 50 states for the number of $50K+ jobs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many jobs pay over $50K a year in Nebraska?

According to 2025 BLS data, there are 370 occupations in Nebraska with a median annual salary above $50K. This represents 60.6% of all tracked occupations in NE.

What is the highest paying job in Nebraska?

The highest paying occupation in Nebraska is Cardiologists with a median salary of $646,300 per year based on 2025 BLS OEWS data.

What is the minimum salary to be on the $50K+ list in Nebraska?

The entry point for the $50K+ list in Nebraska is $50,030/year (Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks). Any occupation with a median salary above $50K qualifies for this list.

What is the average salary of $50K+ jobs in Nebraska?

The average median salary among all 370 occupations that pay over $50K in Nebraska is $85,011 per year (2025 data).

How can I get a job that pays over $50K in Nebraska?

High-paying jobs in Nebraska typically require specialized education, certifications, or significant experience. Common fields include healthcare, technology, management, and engineering. Investing in relevant skills through certifications and advanced degrees can help you reach the $50K+ salary range. Check individual job pages for specific requirements.

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Data Source & Methodology

This list includes all occupations with BLS-published state-level median salary data above $50K per year. Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates. See our Methodology page for details.

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics