Psychologist Salary in Nebraska
Based on 770+ workers in Nebraska
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (NE)
$94,540
$45.45/hr
vs National Average
$97,188
-2.7% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$45K – $143K
770 employed in Nebraska
Salary Distribution — Psychologist in Nebraska
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $45,370 |
| 25th percentile | $60,210 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $94,540 |
| 75th percentile | $120,630 |
| 90th percentile | $143,190 |
Top-Paying Industries for Psychologist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Psychologists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Psychologists in Nebraska tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative and Support Services | $131,040 | — |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $112,010 | 5K |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $101,960 | 2K |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | $99,770 | 63K |
| Educational Services | $91,550 | 3K |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Psychologist in Nebraska vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Nebraska) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $94,540 |
| 2026 (projected) | $97,376 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $94,540 | $97,188 |
| 2026 (projected) | $97,376 | $100,104 |
Psychologist Salary by Experience Level in Nebraska
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $60,210 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $94,540 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $120,630 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $143,190 |
Psychologist Salary in Other States
Related Psychologist Salaries in Nebraska
How other high-demand occupations in Nebraska compare to Psychologist ($94,540 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Psychologist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geoscientist in NE | $85,550 | -9.5% | $41.13/hr |
| Medical Scientist in NE | $80,970 | -14.4% | $38.93/hr |
| Chemist in NE | $74,890 | -20.8% | $36.00/hr |
| Urban and Regional Planner in NE | $74,830 | -20.8% | $35.98/hr |
| Biochemist and Biophysicist in NE | $66,910 | -29.2% | $32.17/hr |
| Environmental Scientist in NE | $64,040 | -32.3% | $30.79/hr |
| Computer Programmer in NE | $95,150 | +0.6% | $45.75/hr |
| Occupational Therapist in NE | $93,740 | -0.8% | $45.07/hr |
| Personal Financial Advisor in NE | $93,280 | -1.3% | $44.85/hr |
| Dental Hygienist in NE | $92,580 | -2.1% | $44.51/hr |
| Information Security Analyst in NE | $92,550 | -2.1% | $44.50/hr |
| Software Engineer in NE | $92,480 | -2.2% | $44.46/hr |