Pharmacist salary in Nebraska
What pharmacists earn in Nebraska and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$139,330$66.99 per hour
vs U.S.−1%U.S. median $140,910
Middle half earn$126,460 – $159,480Top 10%: $170,090+
Jobs2,4501.16× the U.S. concentration
Pharmacist pay in Nebraska cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha, NE-IA | $141,830 | $68.19 | 1,350 |
| South Nebraska nonmetropolitan area | $128,620 | $61.84 | 410 |
| Lincoln, NE | $149,590 | $71.92 | 370 |
| Northeast Nebraska nonmetropolitan area | $132,360 | $63.64 | 210 |
| Sioux City, IA-NE-SD | $139,600 | $67.12 | 120 |
| Northwest Nebraska nonmetropolitan area | $132,490 | $63.70 | 110 |
| Grand Island, NE | $134,520 | $64.67 | 70 |
Hospitals and jobs in Nebraska
Pharmacist pay in similar states
Nevada · $140,030 Wyoming · $139,550 Illinois · $139,080 Maryland · $138,990 Iowa · $138,860 North Carolina · $138,860
Other healthcare salaries in Nebraska
Registered Nurses · $84,730 Nursing Assistants · $40,000 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $36,150 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $62,660 Pharmacy Technicians · $46,610 Dental Assistants · $46,660 Medical Assistants · $47,370 Nurse Practitioners · $132,130 Physical Therapists · $97,090 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $60,540 Radiologic Technologists and Technicians · $72,860 Medical Records Specialists · $51,670
Questions
How much does a pharmacist make in Nebraska?
Pharmacists in Nebraska earned a median of $139,330 a year ($66.99 an hour) in May 2025, 1% less than the national median of $140,910. The middle half earned $126,460 to $159,480.
Where in Nebraska do pharmacists earn the most?
Among areas in Nebraska, pay was highest in Lincoln, NE at $149,590.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.