Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Nebraska | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $60,970 | $68,972 | -12% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.31 | $33.16 | -12% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $67,669.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Plumber in Nebraska is $60,970, or about $29.31 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Plumbers is $68,972. Nebraska is -12% below the national median.
Entry-level plumbers in Nebraska typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 4,110 plumber jobs on record and a median salary of $60,970, Nebraska offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.