Registered Nurse Salary Guide: Nebraska
Average Registered Nurse Salary
$48.41/hour
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Nebraska is $48.41 per hour. This is 5% lower than the US average of $50.79.
Last updated on October 7, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Registered Nurse salaries in Nebraska compared to National Averages
$48.41/hour
Nebraska
5% lower than the US average.
$50.79/hour
United States
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in Nebraska?
Med Surg, Long Term Care, and Nursing Home earn the most among Nursing specialties in Nebraska, all averaging $48 per hour. Med Surg also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $51. For comparison, the Nebraska average for Registered Nurses is $48 per hour — Med Surg, Long Term Care, and Nursing Home earn 1% less.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Med Surg | $48 | $51 |
| Long Term Care | $48 | $51 |
| Nursing Home | $48 | $51 |
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Nebraska compare to nearby states?
New Mexico pays Registered Nurses the most, averaging $59 per hour, followed by Minnesota ($59) and Colorado ($56). New Mexico also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $72. For comparison, the Nebraska average for Registered Nurses is $48 per hour — New Mexico pays 23% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | $59 | $72 |
| Minnesota | $59 | $65 |
| Colorado | $56 | $63 |
| Kansas | $53 | $59 |
| Texas | $52 | $60 |
| Missouri | $49 | $62 |
| Iowa | $46 | $50 |
| Oklahoma | $45 | $52 |
| South Dakota | $29 | $38 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Nebraska?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Registered Nurses the most, averaging $42 per hour, followed by Medical Solutions Direct Hire ($42). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $45. For comparison, the Nebraska average for Registered Nurses is $48 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 13% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $42 | $45 |
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $42 | $42 |
Last updated on October 7, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Top Registered Nurse Jobs
Registered Nurse (RN) - Long Term Care
- Good Samaritan
- Ericson, NE
$39-51/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Long Term Care
- Good Samaritan
- Brunswick, NE
$39-51/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Long Term Care
- Good Samaritan
- Leigh, NE
$39-51/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Long Term Care
- Good Samaritan
- Cedar Rapids, NE
$39-51/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Long Term Care
- Good Samaritan
- Battle Creek, NE
$39-51/hour
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