Counselor Jobs in Nebraska
Across 94 live Counselor listings in Nebraska, median advertised pay is $77K (75th percentile $104K), based on the 36 that state a salary; Nebraska ranks 27th of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Center Pointe (12), Heartland Family Service (12), Boys Town (6).
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Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 20, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 36 roles pay ~$77k median with 6.2/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
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Counselor Pay in Nebraska: Live Market and State Comparison
Live counselor listings in Nebraska today, then Nebraska against neighboring states and the top payers over the last 12 months of our own postings — so every state is measured alike. Not a salary survey.
- Live listings
- 94
- Live median
- $77k
- 75th $104k · n=36
- 12-mo median
- $75k
- Pay rank
- #27 of 51
- Work-life
- 5.5/10 · #42
- 12-mo postings
- 198
Counselor pay in Nebraska sits level with the $76k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $99k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs NE | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nebraska (this page) | $75k | — | 5.5/10 | 198 |
| Wyomingborders | $99k | +$24k | 6.1/10 | 52 |
| Nevada#2 | $96k | +$21k | 5.6/10 | 205 |
| South Dakotaborders | $78k | +$3k | 5.7/10 | 98 |
| Coloradoborders | $72k | −$3k | 5.5/10 | 1066 |
| Missouriborders | $72k | −$4k | 5.5/10 | 707 |
| Kansasborders | $69k | −$6k | 5.4/10 | 391 |
| Iowaborders | $68k | −$7k | 5.7/10 | 402 |
“borders” = shares a border with Nebraska; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 20, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- Center Pointe (12), Heartland Family Service (12), Boys Town (6)
- Top-rated employers hiring:
- BetterHelp (gold, 96/100), Talkiatry (gold, 95/100), Hiaah (gold, 95/100) (Top Employers work-life index)
A few things worth knowing
About Counselor jobs in Nebraska.
How much do counselors earn in Nebraska?
A reliable salary estimate is unavailable for this sample of counselors. Compensation varies by role, specialty, location, and schedule. Compare employer-posted pay where disclosed, including its currency and pay period; missing pay is not estimated.
Are there remote or hybrid counselor jobs available?
Yes — about 15% of current counselors listings offer remote or hybrid work. You can filter for telehealth and work-from-home options, and every listing shows its remote status before you apply.
Which counselor jobs have the best work-life balance?
Every counselor role on WeekdayDoc is scored for burnout risk using call schedule, weekend and night requirements, and remote flexibility. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring counselors in Nebraska right now?
Employers currently hiring for counselor roles include Center Pointe, Heartland Family Service, UHS, Children's Nebraska, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many counselor jobs in Nebraska are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 94 counselors positions in Nebraska listed, with new roles added as employers post them. Job descriptions are public. Verified sign-in with Google or email gives free access to regular Apply, full search, and standard Market Insights. Saved jobs, My Search, and the dashboard also require verified sign-in. Eligible featured employer listings allow Apply without signup or email. Basic calculators are public and free; optional AI contract analysis, RVU Billing Optimizer, and Schedule Optimizer reports remain paid.
Employers hiring now
Organizations with the most openings in Counselor Jobs in Nebraska
Center Pointe12 open roles here · WLB 31/100
Heartland Family Service12 open roles here · WLB 73/100
Boys Town6 open roles here · WLB 46/100Children's Nebraska6 open roles here · WLB 53/100
Winnebago Comprehensive Healthcare System5 open roles here · WLB 68/100Gotham Enterprises4 open roles here · WLB 96/100
Best Care3 open roles here · WLB 48/100
Guardian Light Family Services3 open roles here · WLB 75/100