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

Chemical Engineer Salary in Nebraska

Median Annual in Nebraska
$98,310/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$47.27/hr
▼ 21% below U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Nebraska

groups Employed in NE
130
public U.S. Median
$125,040
savings Real pay (cost-adjusted)
$109,108 #31 of 41

Chemical Engineer pay in Nebraska, explained

Chemical engineers in Nebraska earn a median of $98,310 per year ($47.27 per hour), which is 21% below the national median of $125,040. Entry-level workers earn around $60,840, while the most experienced chemical engineers reach about $156,890. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Nebraska.

Is $98,310 good pay in Nebraska?

Adjusted for Nebraska's cost of living (which runs 90% of the U.S. average), that $98,310 is worth about $109,108 in national buying power — ranking Nebraska #31 for real pay (vs #38 on the sticker number).

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Chemical Engineer pay by experience in Nebraska

Entry level (10th pct)
$60,840
$29.25/hr
Median
Mid-career (50th pct)
$98,310
$47.27/hr
Experienced (90th pct)
$156,890
$75.43/hr

Chemical Engineer pay in neighboring states

StateMedian / yrReal payvs NE
Nebraska (here) $98,310 $109,108
Colorado $125,800 $122,074 −$27,490
Iowa $117,590 $133,987 −$19,280
Missouri $102,320 $112,666 −$4,010
Kansas $102,020 $113,270 −$3,710

Chemical Engineer in Nebraska: FAQ

How much do chemical engineers make in Nebraska?

Chemical engineers in Nebraska earn a median of $98,310 per year ($47.27 per hour), compared with $125,040 nationally.

Does Nebraska pay chemical engineers well?

At $98,310, Nebraska pays 21% below the national median for chemical engineers. An estimated 130 work in the state.

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