Urban and Regional Planner Salary in Nebraska
Based on 360+ workers in Nebraska
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (NE)
$74,830
$35.98/hr
vs National Average
$83,815
-10.7% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$54K – $100K
360 employed in Nebraska
Salary Distribution — Urban and Regional Planner in Nebraska
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $53,770 |
| 25th percentile | $59,390 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $74,830 |
| 75th percentile | $89,040 |
| 90th percentile | $99,820 |
Top-Paying Industries for Urban and Regional Planner (U.S.)
Which industries pay Urban and Regional Planners the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Urban and Regional Planners in Nebraska tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $128,370 | 190 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $100,950 | 5K |
| Construction | $97,570 | 90 |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $87,980 | 38K |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | $85,230 | 70 |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Urban and Regional Planner in Nebraska vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Nebraska) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $65,260 |
| 2023 | $68,070 |
| 2024 | $65,070 |
| 2025 | $74,830 |
| 2026 (projected) | $79,320 |
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 | $65,260 | $72,313 |
| 2023 | $68,070 | $75,773 |
| 2024 | $65,070 | $78,997 |
| 2025 | $74,830 | $83,815 |
| 2026 (projected) | $79,320 | $88,844 |
Urban and Regional Planner Salary by Experience Level in Nebraska
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $59,390 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $74,830 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $89,040 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $99,820 |
Urban and Regional Planner Salary in Other States
Related Urban and Regional Planner Salaries in Nebraska
How other high-demand occupations in Nebraska compare to Urban and Regional Planner ($74,830 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Urban and Regional Planner | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Psychologist in NE | $94,540 | +26.3% | $45.45/hr |
| Geoscientist in NE | $85,550 | +14.3% | $41.13/hr |
| Medical Scientist in NE | $80,970 | +8.2% | $38.93/hr |
| Chemist in NE | $74,890 | +0.1% | $36.00/hr |
| Biochemist and Biophysicist in NE | $66,910 | -10.6% | $32.17/hr |
| Environmental Scientist in NE | $64,040 | -14.4% | $30.79/hr |
| Purchasing Agent in NE | $74,950 | +0.2% | $36.03/hr |
| Police Officer in NE | $74,620 | -0.3% | $35.88/hr |
| Financial Examiner in NE | $74,460 | -0.5% | $35.80/hr |
| Management Analyst in NE | $75,360 | +0.7% | $36.23/hr |
| Construction Supervisor in NE | $75,570 | +1.0% | $36.33/hr |
| Compliance Officer in NE | $73,920 | -1.2% | $35.54/hr |