Nebraska Minimum Wage 2026
The Nebraska minimum wage is $15.00 an hour in 2026. Nebraska reached $15.00 on January 1, 2026. From 2027 it rises 1.75% a year, and a $13.50 youth and training wage applies to some workers.
| Hourly | $15.00 |
| Daily (8 hours) | $120.00 |
| Weekly (40 hours) | $600.00 |
| Every 2 weeks | $1,200.00 |
| Monthly | $2,600.00 |
| Yearly | $31,200 |
| Overtime hour (1.5×) | $22.50 |
| Federal income tax | -$1,564 |
| Social Security + Medicare | -$2,387 |
| Nebraska taxes | -$565 |
| Take-home pay | $26,684 |
Nebraska vs neighboring states
| State | 2026 minimum wage | Full-time yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | $15.00 | $31,200 |
| South Dakota | $11.85 | $24,648 |
| Iowa | $7.25 | $15,080 |
| Missouri | $15.00 | $31,200 |
| Kansas | $7.25 | $15,080 |
| Colorado | $15.16 | $31,533 |
| Wyoming | $7.25 | $15,080 |
Common questions
What is the Nebraska minimum wage in 2026?
The Nebraska minimum wage is $15.00 an hour in 2026. Nebraska reached $15.00 on January 1, 2026. From 2027 it rises 1.75% a year, and a $13.50 youth and training wage applies to some workers.
When did the Nebraska minimum wage last change?
The current $15.00 rate has applied since January 1, 2026.
How much is minimum wage full time in Nebraska after taxes?
Working 40 hours a week, $15.00 an hour is $31,200 a year before taxes. A single filer keeps about $26,684 a year, or $1,026.31 every two weeks, after federal and Nebraska taxes.
Is the Nebraska minimum wage higher than the federal minimum wage?
Yes. At $15.00 an hour, Nebraska's minimum is $7.75 (107%) above the federal $7.25. When state and federal rates differ, employers must pay the higher one.
What is overtime pay at the Nebraska minimum wage?
Overtime is at least 1.5 times the regular rate, so each overtime hour at the Nebraska minimum wage pays at least $22.50.
Some workers, such as tipped employees, minors and employees of very small businesses, may have different minimums. Check the Nebraska labor department for your situation.