Preschool Teachers Salary in Nebraska
Preschool Teachers in Nebraska earn a median of $47,040 a year, +23% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $47,040
- vs. U.S. median
- +23% ($38,140)
- Rank among states
- 7 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,630
Pay range in Nebraska
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,620; the top 10% earn over $73,620. Nationally the range is $28,990 to $61,390.
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Similar jobs in Nebraska
- Special Education Teachers, Preschool$62,760 median in Nebraska
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education$62,200 median in Nebraska
- Childcare Workers$30,740 median in Nebraska
- Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education$62,380 median in Nebraska
- Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$63,450 median in Nebraska
- Substitute Teachers, Short-Term$37,690 median in Nebraska
Preschool Teachers pay in Nebraska
How much do preschool teachers make in Nebraska?
The median is $47,040 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,620 and the top 10% earn over $73,620. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Nebraska a good state for preschool teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 7 of 51 (+23% vs. the national median of $38,140). Living costs are not included.