Tax Examiner Salary in Nebraska
Based on 480+ workers in Nebraska
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (NE)
$66,290
$31.87/hr
vs National Average
$80,426
-17.6% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$48K – $105K
480 employed in Nebraska
Salary Distribution — Tax Examiner in Nebraska
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $47,700 |
| 25th percentile | $52,150 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $66,290 |
| 75th percentile | $79,110 |
| 90th percentile | $104,680 |
Top-Paying Industries for Tax Examiner (U.S.)
Which industries pay Tax Examiners the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Tax Examiners in Nebraska tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $116,460 | 570 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $100,780 | 10K |
| Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction | $98,710 | 290 |
| Manufacturing | $97,290 | 2K |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $95,910 | 34K |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Tax Examiner in Nebraska vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Nebraska) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $67,150 |
| 2023 | $65,570 |
| 2024 | $66,580 |
| 2025 | $66,290 |
| 2026 (projected) | $66,290 |
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 | $67,150 | $72,325 |
| 2023 | $65,570 | $75,516 |
| 2024 | $66,580 | $78,398 |
| 2025 | $66,290 | $80,426 |
| 2026 (projected) | $66,290 | $80,426 |
Tax Examiner Salary by Experience Level in Nebraska
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $52,150 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $66,290 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $79,110 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $104,680 |
Tax Examiner Salary in Other States
Related Tax Examiner Salaries in Nebraska
How other high-demand occupations in Nebraska compare to Tax Examiner ($66,290 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Tax Examiner | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Manager in NE | $140,360 | +111.7% | $67.48/hr |
| Actuary in NE | $102,790 | +55.1% | $49.42/hr |
| Personal Financial Advisor in NE | $93,280 | +40.7% | $44.85/hr |
| Financial Analyst in NE | $85,320 | +28.7% | $41.02/hr |
| Budget Analyst in NE | $83,010 | +25.2% | $39.91/hr |
| Securities Sales Agent in NE | $82,560 | +24.5% | $39.69/hr |
| Loan Officer in NE | $79,840 | +20.4% | $38.38/hr |
| Credit Analyst in NE | $79,730 | +20.3% | $38.33/hr |
| Economist in NE | $75,880 | +14.5% | $36.48/hr |
| Financial Examiner in NE | $74,460 | +12.3% | $35.80/hr |
| Compliance Officer in NE | $73,920 | +11.5% | $35.54/hr |
| Accountant in NE | $72,080 | +8.7% | $34.65/hr |