US state minimum wage

Minimum wage in Nebraska

$15.00 per hour

Effective 2026-01-01 · Source: dol.gov

Final step of ballot-measure phase-in. CPI-indexed from 2027.

Earnings calculator

Adjust the wage or the hours you work to see gross weekly, monthly and annual pay.

Hourly
$15.00
Daily
$120
Weekly
$600
Monthly
$2,600
Annual
$31,200

Gross earnings before tax and deductions. Weekly/monthly/annual figures assume 40 paid hours every week of the year. Actual take-home depends on local taxes, benefits, and hours worked.

Hourly
$15.00
Weekly (40h)
$600
Monthly
$2,600
Annual
$31,200

Minimum wage in Nebraska: FAQ

What is the minimum wage in Nebraska?
The minimum wage in Nebraska is $15.00 per hour, effective 2026-01-01.
How much is that per year at full time?
At 40 hours a week for 52 weeks, the Nebraska minimum wage works out to about $31,200 in gross annual pay, before tax and deductions.
Are there exceptions or upcoming changes?
Final step of ballot-measure phase-in. CPI-indexed from 2027.

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