Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Nebraska | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $80,150 | $104,968 | -24% |
| Median hourly wage | $38.53 | $50.47 | -24% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $88,957.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha | $93,120 | $63,050 | $140,650 | 91 |
The median annual salary for a Project Manager in Nebraska is $80,150, or about $38.53 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Project Managers is $104,968. Nebraska is -24% below the national median.
Entry-level project managers in Nebraska typically earn from $63,050 depending on the city and employer.
With 3,190 project manager jobs on record and a median salary of $80,150, Nebraska offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.