Community Health Worker Salary in Nebraska (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Nebraska Median
$51,780
per year
Hourly Rate
$24.89
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+-0% vs US median
US median $51,850
State Rank
#21 of 51
160 employed here

How much does a Community Health Worker make in Nebraska?

A Community Health Worker working in Nebraska earns a median salary of $51,780 per year, or about $24.89 per hour. That is 0% above the national median of $51,850 for this occupation.

Within Nebraska, entry-level pay starts around $38,550 while the top 10% make $72,970 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $44,310 and $61,310 a year.

Community Health Worker salary range in Nebraska

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$38,550$18.53
25th percentile (early career)$44,310$21.30
50th percentile (median)$51,780$24.89
75th percentile (experienced)$61,310$29.48
90th percentile (top earners)$72,970$35.08

How Nebraska compares

Nebraska ranks 21st out of 51 states and territories for Community Health Worker pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1New Hampshire$66,680
2District of Columbia$62,510
3North Dakota$59,610
4Colorado$59,260
5Hawaii$58,450

Working as a Community Health Worker in Nebraska

Nationally, about 62,000 people work as Community Health Workers in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Nebraska pay ($51,780) 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 a Community Health Worker make in Nebraska?
The median Community Health Worker salary in Nebraska is $51,780 per year, or about $24.89 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $38,550 at the entry level to $72,970 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Nebraska pay compare to the national average?
Nebraska pays Community Health Workers about 0% more than the national median of $51,850. Nebraska ranks 21st out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Nebraska a good state for Community Health Workers?
Yes on pay — Nebraska pays above the national median for this occupation, at $51,780 a year. About 160 Community Health Workers are employed in Nebraska. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
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.