Software Developer Salary in Nebraska (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Nebraska Median
$110,900
per year
Hourly Rate
$53.32
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-18% vs US median
US median $135,980
State Rank
#43 of 50
7,260 employed here

How much does a Software Developer make in Nebraska?

A Software Developer working in Nebraska earns a median salary of $110,900 per year, or about $53.32 per hour. That is 18% below the national median of $135,980 for this occupation.

Within Nebraska, entry-level pay starts around $77,520 while the top 10% make $158,720 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $91,000 and $135,600 a year.

Software Developer salary range in Nebraska

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$77,520$37.27
25th percentile (early career)$91,000$43.75
50th percentile (median)$110,900$53.32
75th percentile (experienced)$135,600$65.19
90th percentile (top earners)$158,720$76.31

How Nebraska compares

Nebraska ranks 43rd out of 50 states and territories for Software Developer pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1California$174,410
2Washington$166,540
3New York$166,180
4Massachusetts$165,210
5Oregon$142,720

Working as a Software Developer in Nebraska

Nationally, about 1,688,000 people work as Software Developers in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Nebraska pay ($110,900) 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 Software Developer make in Nebraska?
The median Software Developer salary in Nebraska is $110,900 per year, or about $53.32 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $77,520 at the entry level to $158,720 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Nebraska pay compare to the national average?
Nebraska pays Software Developers about 18% less than the national median of $135,980. Nebraska ranks 43rd out of 50 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Nebraska a good state for Software Developers?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $110,900 a year. About 7,260 Software Developers 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.