Animal Breeder Salary in Nebraska (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Animal Breeders in Nebraska, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Nebraska Median
$40,220
per year
Hourly Rate
$19.34
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-21% vs US median
US median $51,130
State Rank
#9 of 9
40 employed here

How much does an Animal Breeder make in Nebraska?

Animal Breeders in Nebraska take home a median of $40,220 annually — roughly $19.34 an hour — which runs 21% below the national median of $51,130.

Within Nebraska, entry-level pay starts around $39,530 while the top 10% make $43,210 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $39,710 and $42,660 a year.

Animal Breeder salary range in Nebraska

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$39,530$19.00
25th percentile (early career)$39,710$19.09
50th percentile (median)$40,220$19.34
75th percentile (experienced)$42,660$20.51
90th percentile (top earners)$43,210$20.77

How Nebraska compares

Nebraska ranks 9th out of 9 states and territories for Animal Breeder pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Ohio$68,980
2California$59,280
3Alabama$53,200
4Wisconsin$51,130
5Texas$48,410

Working as an Animal Breeder in Nebraska

Nationally, about 1,000 people work as Animal Breeders in the United States. No college degree is required — most training happens on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Nebraska pay ($40,220) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an Animal Breeder make in Nebraska?
The median Animal Breeder salary in Nebraska is $40,220 per year, or about $19.34 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $39,530 at the entry level to $43,210 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Nebraska pay compare to the national average?
Nebraska pays Animal Breeders about 21% less than the national median of $51,130. Nebraska ranks 9th out of 9 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Nebraska a good state for Animal Breeders?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $40,220 a year. About 40 Animal Breeders are employed in Nebraska. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Nebraska?
The highest-paying occupations in Nebraska include Cardiologist ($646,300), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($507,770), Emergency Medicine Physician ($371,880), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.