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Historians Salary in Nebraska

Historians in Nebraska earn a median of $70,050 a year, −9% compared with the U.S. median.

Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers

Median pay
$70,050
vs. U.S. median
−9% ($76,750)
Rank among states
21 of 35
Jobs in the state
30

Pay range in Nebraska

The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,840; the top 10% earn over $128,940. Nationally the range is $42,730 to $131,810.

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How much do historians make in Nebraska?

The median is $70,050 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,840 and the top 10% earn over $128,940. BLS OEWS May 2025.

Is Nebraska a good state for historians?

On pay alone it ranks 21 of 35 (−9% vs. the national median of $76,750). Living costs are not included.

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Sources. Pay and employment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (national and state files). Pay is not adjusted for living costs. Data Sources & Licenses