verified BLS-Verified Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2025 release

Aircraft Mechanic Salary in Nebraska

Median Annual in Nebraska
$64,020/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$30.78/hr
▼ 20% below U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Nebraska

groups Employed in NE
410
public U.S. Median
$79,870
savings Real pay (cost-adjusted)
$71,052 #42 of 50

Aircraft Mechanic pay in Nebraska, explained

Aircraft mechanics in Nebraska earn a median of $64,020 per year ($30.78 per hour), which is 20% below the national median of $79,870. Entry-level workers earn around $47,440, while the most experienced aircraft mechanics reach about $98,020. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Nebraska.

Is $64,020 good pay in Nebraska?

Adjusted for Nebraska's cost of living (which runs 90% of the U.S. average), that $64,020 is worth about $71,052 in national buying power — ranking Nebraska #42 for real pay (vs #46 on the sticker number).

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Aircraft Mechanic pay by experience in Nebraska

Entry level (10th pct)
$47,440
$22.81/hr
Median
Mid-career (50th pct)
$64,020
$30.78/hr
Experienced (90th pct)
$98,020
$47.12/hr

Aircraft Mechanic pay in neighboring states

StateMedian / yrReal payvs NE
Nebraska (here) $64,020 $71,052
Colorado $82,080 $79,649 −$18,060
Kansas $80,270 $89,122 −$16,250
South Dakota $75,750 $85,510 −$11,730
Missouri $71,470 $78,697 −$7,450
Iowa $69,890 $79,636 −$5,870
Wyoming $56,680 $61,149 +$7,340

Aircraft Mechanic in Nebraska: FAQ

How much do aircraft mechanics make in Nebraska?

Aircraft mechanics in Nebraska earn a median of $64,020 per year ($30.78 per hour), compared with $79,870 nationally.

Does Nebraska pay aircraft mechanics well?

At $64,020, Nebraska pays 20% below the national median for aircraft mechanics. An estimated 410 work in the state.

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