Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Nebraska | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $103,150 | $102,499 | +1% |
| Median hourly wage | $49.59 | $49.28 | +1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $114,484.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha | $93,013 | $63,050 | $121,250 | 91 |
The median annual salary for a Civil Engineer in Nebraska is $103,150, or about $49.59 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Civil Engineers is $102,499. Nebraska is +1% above the national median.
Entry-level civil engineers in Nebraska typically earn from $63,050 depending on the city and employer.
With 2,360 civil engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $103,150, Nebraska offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.