Psychiatrist Salary in Nebraska
Based on 180+ workers in Nebraska
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (NE)
$135,180
$64.99/hr
vs National Average
$257,685
-47.5% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$53K – $353K
180 employed in Nebraska
Salary Distribution — Psychiatrist in Nebraska
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $53,160 |
| 25th percentile | $53,160 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $135,180 |
| 75th percentile | $339,880 |
| 90th percentile | $353,450 |
Top-Paying Industries for Psychiatrist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Psychiatrists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Psychiatrists in Nebraska tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $305,530 | 3K |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $300,030 | 90 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | $286,770 | 23K |
| Administrative and Support Services | $280,010 | 70 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $188,090 | 240 |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Psychiatrist in Nebraska vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Nebraska) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $199,600 |
| 2024 | $229,240 |
| 2025 | $135,180 |
| 2026 (projected) | $135,180 |
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 | $199,600 | $185,151 |
| 2024 | $229,240 | $192,798 |
| 2025 | $135,180 | $257,685 |
| 2026 (projected) | $135,180 | $257,685 |
Psychiatrist Salary by Experience Level in Nebraska
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $53,160 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $135,180 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $339,880 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $353,450 |
Psychiatrist Salary in Other States
Related Psychiatrist Salaries in Nebraska
How other high-demand occupations in Nebraska compare to Psychiatrist ($135,180 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Psychiatrist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiologist in NE | $646,300 | +378.1% | $310.72/hr |
| Emergency Medicine Physician in NE | $371,880 | +175.1% | $178.79/hr |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist in NE | $342,570 | +153.4% | $164.70/hr |
| Surgeon in NE | $341,410 | +152.6% | $164.14/hr |
| Anesthesiologist in NE | $334,210 | +147.2% | $160.68/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in NE | $246,730 | +82.5% | $118.62/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in NE | $228,590 | +69.1% | $109.90/hr |
| Internal Medicine Physician in NE | $221,360 | +63.8% | $106.42/hr |
| Dentist in NE | $179,750 | +33.0% | $86.42/hr |
| Pediatrician in NE | $175,990 | +30.2% | $84.61/hr |
| Pharmacist in NE | $139,330 | +3.1% | $66.99/hr |
| Nurse Midwife in NE | $138,880 | +2.7% | $66.77/hr |