Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Nebraska | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $131,650 | $294,133 | -55% |
| Median hourly wage | $63.29 | $141.41 | -55% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $146,115.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Airline Pilot in Nebraska is $131,650, or about $63.29 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Airline Pilots is $294,133. Nebraska is -55% below the national median.
Entry-level airline pilots in Nebraska typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 60 airline pilot jobs on record and a median salary of $131,650, Nebraska offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.