Computer Programmer Salary in Nebraska (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Nebraska Median
$95,150
per year
Hourly Rate
$45.75
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-5% vs US median
US median $100,390
State Rank
#22 of 46
1,090 employed here

How much does a Computer Programmer make in Nebraska?

A Computer Programmer working in Nebraska earns a median salary of $95,150 per year, or about $45.75 per hour. That is 5% below the national median of $100,390 for this occupation.

Within Nebraska, entry-level pay starts around $61,680 while the top 10% make $154,500 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $66,180 and $124,690 a year.

Computer Programmer salary range in Nebraska

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$61,680$29.65
25th percentile (early career)$66,180$31.82
50th percentile (median)$95,150$45.75
75th percentile (experienced)$124,690$59.95
90th percentile (top earners)$154,500$74.28

How Nebraska compares

Nebraska ranks 22nd out of 46 states and territories for Computer Programmer pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Connecticut$133,820
2Massachusetts$128,390
3Washington$125,620
4Maryland$125,570
5Virginia$121,610

Working as a Computer Programmer in Nebraska

Nationally, about 92,000 people work as Computer Programmers in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Nebraska pay ($95,150) 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 Computer Programmer make in Nebraska?
The median Computer Programmer salary in Nebraska is $95,150 per year, or about $45.75 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $61,680 at the entry level to $154,500 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Nebraska pay compare to the national average?
Nebraska pays Computer Programmers about 5% less than the national median of $100,390. Nebraska ranks 22nd out of 46 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Nebraska a good state for Computer Programmers?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $95,150 a year. About 1,090 Computer Programmers 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.