Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Nebraska | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $107,260 | $118,932 | -10% |
| Median hourly wage | $51.57 | $57.18 | -10% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $119,046.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha | $107,224 | $72,750 | $140,650 | 91 |
The median annual salary for a Electrical Engineer in Nebraska is $107,260, or about $51.57 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Electrical Engineers is $118,932. Nebraska is -10% below the national median.
Entry-level electrical engineers in Nebraska typically earn from $72,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 1,060 electrical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $107,260, Nebraska offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.