SOC 11-3021 · May 2025 · BLS OEWS
Computer and Information Systems Managers — South Nebraska
South Nebraska nonmetropolitan area · 3 metro areas compared
The median wage for Computer and Information Systems Managers in South Nebraska, NE is $127,040 per year, substantially below the national median of $175,140 — a gap of 27.5%.
Wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Salary overview
The median wage for Computer and Information Systems Managers in South Nebraska, NE is $127,040 per year, substantially below the national median of $175,140 — a gap of 27.5%. Half of workers earn between $106,820 and $151,850. Beyond that band, the tenth percentile sits at $92,660 and the ninetieth at $189,310.
Employment stands at 190, or 1.2 jobs per thousand held locally. Within the state, Omaha records the highest median at $145,500. Of the 411 occupations with published wages in this area, it sits 16th.
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Annual | vs US median |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $92,660 | −47.1% |
| 25th | $106,820 | −39.0% |
| Median (50th) | $127,040 | −27.5% |
| 75th | $151,850 | −13.3% |
| 90th | $189,310 | +8.1% |
| Mean | $134,150 | −23.4% |
Other metro areas in Nebraska
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Omaha | $145,500 | 2,970 | |
| 2 | Lincoln | $130,340 | 1,110 | |
| 3 | Grand Island | $123,040 | 50 |
What the pay is worth locally
Prices in South Nebraska run 9.9% below the national average, so the median of $127,040 goes as far as $140,999 would elsewhere in the country. Measured that way it compares to the national median at 19.5% below the national median in real terms.
Published median
$127,040as reported by BLSLocal price level
90.1US average = 100 · BEA 2024Adjusted for local prices
$140,999US average = 100 · BEA 2024Key takeaways
- Median pay is $127,040 a year, 27.5% below the national median.
- Published pay spans $92,660 to $189,310 between the tenth and ninetieth percentiles.
- The area has 190 jobs in this occupation.
- The highest-paying metro area covered is Omaha, at $145,500.
Frequently asked questions
What is the median wage for Computer and Information Systems Managers in South Nebraska, NE?
The median annual wage is $127,040, or $61.08 per hour, as of May 2025. Half of the workers in this occupation earn more than that and half earn less.
Is that higher than the national average?
The national median for this occupation is $175,140, so pay in South Nebraska, NE is 27.5% lower. These figures are medians, not averages: half of workers fall on each side.
What do the top earners make?
The top tenth of this occupation in South Nebraska, NE earns more than $189,310 per year. The ninetieth percentile is the highest figure the survey publishes.
What is the starting range?
The tenth percentile wage is $92,660 per year. The survey measures wages actually paid rather than experience level, so this reflects the lowest-paid tenth rather than entry-level pay specifically.
Which area nearby pays the most?
The highest median for this occupation among the metro areas covered is in Omaha, at $145,500 per year.
How many jobs are there in this occupation here?
The survey estimates 190 jobs in this occupation in South Nebraska, NE. Self-employed workers are not included.
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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