Acute Care Nurse Salary Guide: Nebraska
Average Acute Care Nurse Salary
$48.31/hour
The average salary for an Acute Care Nurse in Nebraska is $48.31 per hour. This is equal to the US average
Last updated on September 21, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Acute Care Nurse salaries in Nebraska compared to National Averages
$48.31/hour
Nebraska
This is equal to the US average
$48.12/hour
United States
How does the pay for Acute Care Nurses in Nebraska compare to nearby states?
Colorado pays Acute Care Nurses the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Missouri ($49) and Kansas ($48). Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $63. For comparison, the Nebraska average for Registered Nurses is $48 per hour — Colorado pays 17% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $56 | $63 |
| Missouri | $49 | $51 |
| Kansas | $48 | $59 |
| Minnesota | $36 | $49 |
Last updated on September 21, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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