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Plumber Salary
in Nebraska
Plumbers in Nebraska (NE) earn a median of $58,500 a year, about $28 an hour. That runs roughly 5% below the national median for plumbers, with most earning between $37,100 and $96,100.
Bottom 10%
$37,100
NE Median
$58,500
Top 10%
$96,100
Plumber pay by experience in Nebraska
- Apprentice$35,100$17/hr
Working toward a journeyman license over 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$58,500$28/hr
Licensed to work independently.
- Master$79,000$38/hr
Permits, inspections, and running the crew.
Plumber pay in Nebraska metros
- Omaha$57,700$28/hr
- Lincoln$61,600$30/hr
- Bellevue$60,000$29/hr
Licensing in Nebraska
Plumbers are state-licensed, moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed plumber is required to permit and inspect most work.
Frequently asked
- How much do plumbers make in Nebraska?
- Plumbers in Nebraska earn a median of $58,500 per year, about $28 per hour. That is roughly 5% below the national median. Most earn between $37,100 and $96,100.
- What is the highest-paying place for plumbers in Nebraska?
- Among Nebraska's major metros, Lincoln tends to pay plumbers the most, near $61,600 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a plumber in Nebraska?
- Yes. Plumbers are state-licensed, moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed plumber is required to permit and inspect most work. Licensing in Nebraska is handled at the state level, and a licensed person is required to permit and sign off on most work.
Plumber pay in other states
Figures are estimates for 2026, anchored to national wage data and localized for Nebraska by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.