May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Northwest Nebraska
Northwest Nebraska nonmetropolitan area
213 occupations
Across 213 occupations with published wages in Northwest Nebraska, dentists, general record the highest median at $176,300 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Northwest Nebraska
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dentists, General | $176,300 | 40 | |
| 2 | Chief Executives | $163,640 | 60 | |
| 3 | Nurse Practitioners | $135,200 | 90 | |
| 4 | Pharmacists | $132,490 | 110 | |
| 5 | Financial Managers | $130,410 | 130 | |
| 6 | Physician Assistants | $128,700 | 40 | |
| 7 | Facilities Managers | $119,030 | 40 | |
| 8 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $117,300 | 50 | |
| 9 | Medical and Health Services Managers | $105,190 | 180 | |
| 10 | Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary | $104,870 | 130 | |
| 11 | Veterinarians | $103,060 | 50 | |
| 12 | Physical Therapists | $101,780 | 70 | |
| 13 | Construction Managers | $99,530 | 110 | |
| 14 | Software Developers | $99,050 | 40 | |
| 15 | Managers, All Other | $99,000 | 50 | |
| 16 | Industrial Production Managers | $97,750 | 60 | |
| 17 | Sales Managers | $97,250 | 60 | |
| 18 | Civil Engineers | $95,090 | 70 | |
| 19 | Project Management Specialists | $94,600 | 30 | |
| 20 | Occupational Therapists | $94,190 | 50 | |
| 21 | Administrative Services Managers | $91,040 | 50 | |
| 22 | Dental Hygienists | $89,710 | 60 | |
| 23 | Lawyers | $88,810 | 70 | |
| 24 | Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers | $88,290 | 190 | |
| 25 | Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products | $87,930 | 30 |
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Cashiers | 1,330 | $29,610 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 1,280 | $28,760 |
| Retail Salespersons | 1,160 | $30,630 |
| General and Operations Managers | 1,020 | $77,340 |
| Nursing Assistants | 1,000 | $40,860 |
| Registered Nurses | 950 | $79,430 |
| Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary | 800 | $28,560 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 780 | $33,640 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | 780 | $48,890 |
| Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive | 700 | $43,710 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $28,080 | 90 |
| Cooks, Short Order | $28,080 | 70 |
| Dishwashers | $28,080 | 80 |
| Data Entry Keyers | $28,080 | 80 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $28,400 | 460 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $28,510 | 80 |
| Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary | $28,560 | 800 |
| Bartenders | $28,610 | 340 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $28,760 | 1,280 |
| Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks | $29,300 | 130 |
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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