Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Nebraska | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $61,040 | $62,011 | -2% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.35 | $29.81 | -2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $67,747.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Firefighter in Nebraska is $61,040, or about $29.35 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Firefighters is $62,011. Nebraska is -2% below the national median.
Entry-level firefighters in Nebraska typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,070 firefighter jobs on record and a median salary of $61,040, Nebraska offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.