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Waiters and Waitresses average salary by city in Nebraska
- Lincoln$41,660
- Omaha$39,620
- Grand Island$38,690
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln | $41,660 | $36,080 | $29,390 | $34,638 | 92 |
| Omaha | $39,620 | $34,290 | $29,220 | $33,092 | 92 |
| Grand Island | $38,690 | $29,840 | $28,140 | $32,387 | 87 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 35-3031.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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