Environmental Engineer Salary in Nebraska
Based on 270+ workers in Nebraska
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (NE)
$120,620
$57.99/hr
vs National Average
$104,071
+15.9% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$69K – $166K
270 employed in Nebraska
Salary Distribution — Environmental Engineer in Nebraska
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $69,240 |
| 25th percentile | $99,420 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $120,620 |
| 75th percentile | $146,770 |
| 90th percentile | $165,590 |
Top-Paying Industries for Environmental Engineer (U.S.)
Which industries pay Environmental Engineers the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Environmental Engineers in Nebraska tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation and Warehousing | $131,590 | 230 |
| Utilities | $124,760 | 550 |
| Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction | $123,520 | 440 |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $117,490 | 1K |
| Manufacturing | $115,220 | 3K |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Environmental Engineer in Nebraska vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Nebraska) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $89,100 |
| 2023 | $82,580 |
| 2024 | $91,100 |
| 2025 | $120,620 |
| 2026 (projected) | $127,857 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Nebraska Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $89,100 | $92,026 |
| 2023 | $82,580 | $96,306 |
| 2024 | $91,100 | $100,067 |
| 2025 | $120,620 | $104,071 |
| 2026 (projected) | $127,857 | $110,315 |
Environmental Engineer Salary by Experience Level in Nebraska
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $99,420 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $120,620 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $146,770 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $165,590 |
Environmental Engineer Salary in Other States
Related Environmental Engineer Salaries in Nebraska
How other high-demand occupations in Nebraska compare to Environmental Engineer ($120,620 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Environmental Engineer | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering Manager in NE | $141,020 | +16.9% | $67.80/hr |
| Aerospace Engineer in NE | $135,670 | +12.5% | $65.23/hr |
| Electrical Engineer in NE | $107,260 | -11.1% | $51.57/hr |
| Civil Engineer in NE | $103,150 | -14.5% | $49.59/hr |
| Petroleum Engineer in NE | $100,800 | -16.4% | $48.46/hr |
| Chemical Engineer in NE | $98,310 | -18.5% | $47.26/hr |
| Materials Engineer in NE | $98,270 | -18.5% | $47.25/hr |
| Industrial Engineer in NE | $98,170 | -18.6% | $47.20/hr |
| Mechanical Engineer in NE | $88,060 | -27.0% | $42.34/hr |
| Biomedical Engineer in NE | $83,890 | -30.5% | $40.33/hr |
| Purchasing Manager in NE | $124,010 | +2.8% | $59.62/hr |
| Computer Network Architect in NE | $116,420 | -3.5% | $55.97/hr |