How Much Does an LPN Make in Nebraska in 2026?

A typical LPN in Nebraska earns about $30.13 per hour ($62,660 per year), according to the latest government wage data (May 2025). That works out to roughly $5,222 a month and $1,205 a week, both calculated from the annual figure. Pay varies by setting and location, but this figure represents typical pay across the state.

Nebraska's typical pay runs 3% below the national figure of $64,400 a year for LPNs, according to the same May 2025 data. That places Nebraska 31st among the 51 states and Washington, D.C. for LPN pay. Around 4,580 LPNs work in the state, a workforce large enough to give the figures above solid footing. Lower pay in Nebraska tracks the state's lower cost of living compared with many higher-paying states.

Entry-level positions in Nebraska typically offer around $24.47 an hour, or about $50,890 a year, for LPNs just starting out. Some entry-level postings cluster closer to $28.41 an hour, or $59,080 a year, depending on the employer and setting. Pay tends to move toward the typical figure of $62,660 within the first few years on the job.

Experienced LPNs in Nebraska often earn upwards of $34.55 an hour, and the top 10% of earners make over $37.47 an hour, or $77,940 a year. That puts the gap between entry-level and top-tier pay at $27,050 a year. Setting, years of experience, and city all factor into where an individual LPN lands within that range.

Nebraska LPN pay has climbed steadily over the past decade, rising from $39,040 in 2015 to $62,660 in 2025. That's a gain of $23,620, or 61%, over ten years. The increase has been consistent year over year, with no significant dips along the way.

Nationally, LPN pay rose 49% over the same ten-year stretch, meaning Nebraska's gain outpaced the national trend. Pay has moved up steadily for LPNs entering the field in Nebraska, though past growth is no guarantee of future increases. Anyone weighing a move into the profession now is starting from a stronger pay base than LPNs saw a decade ago.

Omaha pays LPNs the most in Nebraska, with typical pay reaching $63,540 a year ($30.55 an hour), about 1% above the statewide figure. Lincoln follows closely behind at $63,070 a year, just below Omaha. Figures for both cities reflect their full metro areas.

Grand Island pays the least among Nebraska's tracked cities, with typical pay at $61,090 a year ($29.37 an hour), putting the spread between the highest- and lowest-paying cities at $2,450. Omaha also has the largest LPN workforce in the state, with 1,840 workers, giving its figures the most weight. Cities with higher pay often carry higher living costs, which can offset some of the difference in take-home value.

Nebraska's LPN pay sits in the middle of its neighbors. Colorado pays the most nearby, with typical pay at $73,880 a year, 18% above Nebraska's figure, while South Dakota pays the least, at $52,750 a year, 16% below. Wyoming ($63,460), Iowa ($62,630), Kansas ($61,760), and Missouri ($61,530) all land within a few percentage points of Nebraska's $62,660 figure. LPN licensure can often be transferred or endorsed between neighboring states, which can widen job options for those willing to relocate.

A typical LPN in Nebraska earns about $62,660 a year, a figure that has climbed 61% over the past decade. Pay varies by city, experience, and employer, so readers weighing a move or a new career should check Nebraska's state licensing or nursing registry page for current requirements, along with local city pages for pay figures specific to Omaha, Lincoln, or Grand Island.