Nurse practitioner salary in Nebraska
The median nurse practitioner in Nebraska earned $132,130 a year in 2025, $170 (0%) below the $132,300 national median. That ranks 23rd of 51 states.
- Median yearly pay
- $132,130
- Average yearly pay
- $131,710
- Employed in Nebraska
- 2,340
How Nebraska compares
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, state estimates. Pay is before tax and does not adjust for cost of living, which is higher in some states than others.
Nursing pay in Nebraska
| Role | Median yearly pay | Employed |
|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse | $84,730 | 24,720 |
| LPN or LVN | $62,660 | 4,580 |
| Nurse practitioner | $132,130 | 2,340 |
A nurse practitioner in Nebraska earns a median $47,400 more than a registered nurse ($132,130 against $84,730). A registered nurse earns a median $22,070 more than an LPN or LVN here ($84,730 against $62,660).
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Common questions
How much does a nurse practitioner make in Nebraska?
The median is $132,130 a year, according to BLS data for May 2025. Half of nurse practitioners in Nebraska earn more and half earn less.
Is Nebraska a high-paying state for nurse practitioners?
Nebraska ranks 23rd of 51 states on median pay for this job. The national median is $132,300, so Nebraska pays 0% below it. The highest median is $168,520 in California.
How many nurse practitioners work in Nebraska?
BLS counted 2,340 nurse practitioners employed in Nebraska in May 2025.
Why is the average different from the median?
The median is the middle wage: half of workers earn less. The average adds every wage and divides, so a few very high earners pull it up. In Nebraska the average is $131,710.
What do you need to work as a nurse practitioner in Nebraska?
Nebraska requires an RN license plus a master’s or doctoral degree in an advanced practice specialty, and a state license.