Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Nebraska | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $56,230 | $61,458 | -9% |
| Median hourly wage | $27.03 | $29.55 | -9% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $62,408.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Paramedic in Nebraska is $56,230, or about $27.03 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Paramedics is $61,458. Nebraska is -9% below the national median.
Entry-level paramedics in Nebraska typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 490 paramedic jobs on record and a median salary of $56,230, Nebraska offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.