Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Nebraska | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $129,460 | $149,469 | -13% |
| Median hourly wage | $62.24 | $71.86 | -13% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $143,685.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha | $126,100 | $72,750 | $160,050 | 91 |
The median annual salary for a HR Manager in Nebraska is $129,460, or about $62.24 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for HR Managers is $149,469. Nebraska is -13% below the national median.
Entry-level hr managers in Nebraska typically earn from $72,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 1,660 hr manager jobs on record and a median salary of $129,460, Nebraska offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.