Physicists in Nebraska. BLS OES + DOL OFLC + reader-reported submissions. How this is built →
2024 wage data not published for physicists in Nebraska
The Bureau of Labor Statistics suppresses wage estimates when the surveyed cell has too few employers to publish a figure without revealing individual firm pay. The privacy redaction happens upstream, before the data reaches us.
Use national figures and adjacent states below as a reference, or check BLS confidentiality rules for context.
Salary distribution
Where Nebraska physicists fall on the wage curve.
Distribution not available
The Bureau of Labor Statistics suppresses wage percentiles for this occupation and state when the surveyed cell has too few employers to publish without revealing individual firm pay. National figures and adjacent states below remain a useful reference.
Physicists in Nebraska: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 7 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $245,084. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 6 | $250,078 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 1 | $183,500 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Physicists in Nebraska. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Nebraska Medical Center | Therapeutic Medical Physicist | 5 | $255,072 |
| Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska | Postdoctoral Research Associate | 1 | $62,878 |
| University of Nebraska Medical Center | Assistant Professor/Medical Physicist | 1 | $183,500 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Therapeutic Medical Physicist at The Nebraska Medical Center$255,072OmahaWage Level IDecided Mar 30, 2026I-200-26082-723208
- Postdoctoral Research Associate at Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska$62,878LincolnWage Level IDecided Feb 25, 2025I-200-25049-703722
- Assistant Professor/Medical Physicist at University of Nebraska Medical Center$183,500OmahaWage Level IVDecided Jan 6, 2025I-200-24362-574375
- Therapeutic Medical Physicist at The Nebraska Medical Center$240,000OmahaWage Level IDecided Jan 26, 2026I-200-26019-569466
- Proton Medical Physicist at The Nebraska Medical Center$314,730OmahaWage Level IDecided Jan 13, 2026I-200-26006-537136
- Therapeutic Medical Physicist at The Nebraska Medical Center$245,084OmahaWage Level IDecided Jan 13, 2026I-200-26006-537599
- Research Program Coordinator, Medical Physicists at The Nebraska Medical Center$263,825OmahaWage Level IDecided Jan 13, 2026I-200-26006-537788
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
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Physicists pay by experience level in Nebraska
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Physicists in Nebraska, by industry
Median offered wage across 7 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Healthcare leads with a median of $255,072.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | The Nebraska Medical Center | 5 | $255,072 |
| Education | Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska | 2 | $123,189 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Typical entry
Education
Doctoral or professional degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.9 / 5
Physics
Knowledge
- 4.8 / 5
Mathematics
Knowledge
- 4.8 / 5
Mathematical Reasoning
Ability
- 4.6 / 5
Science
Basic skill
- 4.5 / 5
Engineering and Technology
Knowledge
- 4.4 / 5
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge
- 4.3 / 5
Mathematics
Basic skill
- 4.3 / 5
Reading Comprehension
Basic skill
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Perform complex calculations as part of the analysis and evaluation of data, using computers.
- 02
Analyze data from research conducted to detect and measure physical phenomena.
- 03
Describe and express observations and conclusions in mathematical terms.
- 04
Design computer simulations to model physical data so that it can be better understood.
- 05
Write research proposals to receive funding.
- 06
Teach physics to students.
- 07
Report experimental results by writing papers for scientific journals or by presenting information at scientific conferences.
- 08
Conduct research pertaining to potential environmental impacts of atomic energy-related industrial development to determine licensing qualifications.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+4.1%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Average growth
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Physicists a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 4.1% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Physicists?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Doctoral or professional degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.