Pediatrician Salary in Nebraska
Based on 290+ workers in Nebraska
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (NE)
$175,990
$84.61/hr
vs National Average
$215,536
-18.3% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$71K – $460K
290 employed in Nebraska
Salary Distribution — Pediatrician in Nebraska
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $71,120 |
| 25th percentile | $71,120 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $175,990 |
| 75th percentile | $339,820 |
| 90th percentile | $460,280 |
Top-Paying Industries for Pediatrician (U.S.)
Which industries pay Pediatricians the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Pediatricians in Nebraska tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $255,160 | 30 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | $211,970 | 37K |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $209,850 | 70 |
| Educational Services | $106,080 | 2K |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $99,560 | 40 |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Pediatrician in Nebraska vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Nebraska) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $65,360 |
| 2023 | $74,200 |
| 2024 | $186,680 |
| 2025 | $175,990 |
| 2026 (projected) | $175,990 |
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 | $65,360 | $189,368 |
| 2023 | $74,200 | $192,720 |
| 2024 | $186,680 | $198,825 |
| 2025 | $175,990 | $215,536 |
| 2026 (projected) | $175,990 | $215,536 |
Pediatrician Salary by Experience Level in Nebraska
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $71,120 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $175,990 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $339,820 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $460,280 |
Pediatrician Salary in Other States
Related Pediatrician Salaries in Nebraska
How other high-demand occupations in Nebraska compare to Pediatrician ($175,990 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Pediatrician | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiologist in NE | $646,300 | +267.2% | $310.72/hr |
| Emergency Medicine Physician in NE | $371,880 | +111.3% | $178.79/hr |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist in NE | $342,570 | +94.7% | $164.70/hr |
| Surgeon in NE | $341,410 | +94.0% | $164.14/hr |
| Anesthesiologist in NE | $334,210 | +89.9% | $160.68/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in NE | $246,730 | +40.2% | $118.62/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in NE | $228,590 | +29.9% | $109.90/hr |
| Internal Medicine Physician in NE | $221,360 | +25.8% | $106.42/hr |
| Dentist in NE | $179,750 | +2.1% | $86.42/hr |
| Pharmacist in NE | $139,330 | -20.8% | $66.99/hr |
| Nurse Midwife in NE | $138,880 | -21.1% | $66.77/hr |
| Psychiatrist in NE | $135,180 | -23.2% | $64.99/hr |