Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Nebraska | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $88,060 | $107,639 | -18% |
| Median hourly wage | $42.34 | $51.75 | -18% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $97,736.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha | $96,525 | $67,900 | $126,100 | 91 |
The median annual salary for a Mechanical Engineer in Nebraska is $88,060, or about $42.34 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Mechanical Engineers is $107,639. Nebraska is -18% below the national median.
Entry-level mechanical engineers in Nebraska typically earn from $67,900 depending on the city and employer.
With 950 mechanical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $88,060, Nebraska offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.