Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Nebraska | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $179,750 | $175,358 | +3% |
| Median hourly wage | $86.42 | $84.31 | +3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $199,501.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha | $165,783 | $135,800 | $242,500 | 91 |
The median annual salary for a Dentist in Nebraska is $179,750, or about $86.42 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dentists is $175,358. Nebraska is +3% above the national median.
Entry-level dentists in Nebraska typically earn from $135,800 depending on the city and employer.
With 790 dentist jobs on record and a median salary of $179,750, Nebraska offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.