Wealth Index
Wealthier than 75% of states in US
The wealth index reflects the overall economic prosperity and financial well-being of a state's residents based on income levels, employment rates, and income inequality metrics.
Wealthiest and Least Wealthy Counties in Nebraska
- Sarpy County (118% of U.S. avg)
- Cass County (113% of U.S. avg)
- Washington County (113% of U.S. avg)
- Thurston County (84% of U.S. avg)
- Johnson County (84% of U.S. avg)
- Hooker County (84% of U.S. avg)
Ranked by the Map AI Wealth Index, which combines income, employment, and income inequality metrics.
Income Statistics Overview
| Metric | Nebraska | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $74,987 | $78,145 |
| Median Personal Income | $58,336 | $61,726 |
| Average income growth | 4.6% | 5.1% |
| Six-Figure Earners | 10.8% | 13.2% |
The median household income in Nebraska is about 4% lower than in US. Income has been growing slower in Nebraska (4.6%/yr) than in US (5.1%/yr).
About 11% of adults in Nebraska earn six figures ($100,000 or more) a year, lower than the US average of 13%.
Median Household Income 2009–2023 Trend
Median Household Income Over Time
Median household income in Nebraska grew by 56.3% from 2009 to 2023, reaching $74,987 in 2023. That's an average of about 4.6% per year.
Economic Inequality in Nebraska | Gender Pay Gap | Gini Coefficient
| Metric | Nebraska | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Gini Coefficient | 0.520 | 0.570 |
| Male Median Income | $64,195 | $67,746 |
| Female Median Income | $51,020 | $54,793 |
| Gender Pay Gap | 20.5% | 19.1% |
The Gini coefficient measures how evenly income is shared between richer and poorer households, from 0 (everyone earns the same) to 1 (one household earns nearly everything). The lower the number, the more equally income is distributed. In Nebraska, it is 0.520, lower than US's 0.570, so income is more evenly distributed here than there.
Men's income is about 26% more than women's income in Nebraska. Over a 35-year career, a 26% wage gap accumulates to roughly $461,125 in unearned income for female workers in the area.
Income by Sex Over Time
Since 2009, the income gap between men and women in Nebraska has narrowed from about 23% to 21% in 2023. In dollar terms, the gap has widened by $3,853 since 2009.
Employment
| Metric | Nebraska | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Unemployment Rate | 3.0% | 5.2% |
| Working from Home | 10.0% | 13.4% |
| Commute time (minutes) | 16 | 22 |
Approximately 31,427 people are unemployed in Nebraska.
The average commute time in Nebraska is 16 minutes, shorter than the 22 minutes in US.
Unemployment Rate Over Time
Since 2011, the unemployment rate in Nebraska has fallen from 5.4% to 3.0% in 2023.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Nebraska has an overall wealth index grade of B, making it somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about income and wealth in Nebraska.
How Rich Is Nebraska?
Nebraska has a wealth index grade of B. The wealth index grades areas from A+ (best) to F- by combining income levels, employment rates, and income inequality; a B grade means residents are quite well off compared to the U.S. average. The median household income is $74,987, about 4% lower than the US average of $78,145.
What is the current median household income in Nebraska?
As of 2023, the median household income in Nebraska is $74,987.
What was the median household income in Nebraska in 2023?
In 2023, the median household income in Nebraska was $74,987.
What was the median household income in Nebraska in 2020?
In 2020, the median household income in Nebraska was $63,170.
What is the Gini coefficient in Nebraska?
The Gini coefficient in Nebraska is 0.520. It measures income inequality on a scale from 0 (everyone earns the same) to 1 (one household earns everything). That is lower than the US average of 0.570, so income is distributed more equally than in the country overall.
How has the income gap between men and women changed in Nebraska?
Since 2009, the income gap between men and women in Nebraska has narrowed from about 23% to 21% in 2023. In dollar terms, the gap has widened by $3,853 since 2009.