May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Lincoln
Lincoln, NE
446 occupations
Across 446 occupations with published wages in Lincoln, general internal medicine physicians record the highest median at $369,980 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Lincoln
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 5,950 | $28,510 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | 4,530 | $81,790 |
| Registered Nurses | 4,200 | $87,530 |
| Retail Salespersons | 4,080 | $30,990 |
| General and Operations Managers | 3,680 | $92,780 |
| Cashiers | 3,240 | $30,690 |
| Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive | 2,890 | $47,230 |
| Nursing Assistants | 2,630 | $38,650 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 2,620 | $35,820 |
| Customer Service Representatives | 2,540 | $41,430 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Therapist Aides | $28,080 | 140 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $28,080 | 120 |
| Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other | $28,080 | 30 |
| Library Assistants, Clerical | $28,080 | 60 |
| Parking Attendants | $28,080 | 110 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $28,150 | 550 |
| Funeral Attendants | $28,420 | 40 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $28,510 | 5,950 |
| Telemarketers | $29,010 | 80 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $29,430 | 760 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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