Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Nebraska | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $47,110 | $51,589 | -9% |
| Median hourly wage | $22.65 | $24.80 | -9% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $52,286.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Bookkeeper in Nebraska is $47,110, or about $22.65 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Bookkeepers is $51,589. Nebraska is -9% below the national median.
Entry-level bookkeepers in Nebraska typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 10,050 bookkeeper jobs on record and a median salary of $47,110, Nebraska offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.