Firefighters Salary in Nebraska
Firefighters in Nebraska earn a median of $61,040 a year, +3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $61,040
- vs. U.S. median
- +3% ($59,280)
- Rank among states
- 16 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,070
Pay range in Nebraska
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,660; the top 10% earn over $69,460. Nationally the range is $34,910 to $101,040.
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How much do firefighters make in Nebraska?
The median is $61,040 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,660 and the top 10% earn over $69,460. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Nebraska a good state for firefighters?
On pay alone it ranks 16 of 50 (+3% vs. the national median of $59,280). Living costs are not included.