Truck Driver (Heavy) pay in Nebraska
State median
Public data$26.60/hr
≈ $55,328/year full-time
Pay distribution in Nebraska
25th percentile
$21.00
per hour
Median
$26.60
per hour
75th percentile
$36.38
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Frequently asked questions
How much do truck driver (heavy)s make in Nebraska?
The median pay for truck driver (heavy)s in Nebraska is $26.60/hr (about $55,328/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $21.00 and $36.38 per hour.
How does Nebraska compare to the national average for truck driver (heavy)s?
Nebraska pays 7% above the national median of $24.90/hr for truck driver (heavy)s. Cost of living, union density, and demand all move state pay relative to the national figure.