Social Worker Jobs in Nebraska
Across 38 live Social Worker listings in Nebraska, median advertised pay is $75K (75th percentile $85K), based on the 12 that state a salary; Nebraska ranks 51st of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Nebraska Medicine (4), Eventide Senior Living Communities (3), State of Nebraska (3).
38+ positions available
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 12 roles pay ~$75k median with 6.0/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Salary Distribution
12 jobs · 9 employersAnnual compensation range
Work-Life Balance Distribution
12 jobs · 9 employersHigher = better work-life balance
Master Social Worker - MSW
Fresenius Medical CareOmaha, NE
Social Worker Mental Health
Lasting Hope Recovery CenterOmaha, NE
Social Worker
Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity Sponsored MinistriesWest Point, NE
Certified Master Social Worker - Nebraska State Penitentiary
Social Worker-MSW -Brookestone Home Health & Hospice
Vetter Senior LivingGering, NE
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Social Worker Pay in Nebraska: Live Market and State Comparison
Live social worker 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
- 38
- Live median
- $75k
- 75th $85k · n=12
- 12-mo median
- $65k
- Pay rank
- #51 of 51
- Work-life
- 5.3/10 · #42
- 12-mo postings
- 93
Social Worker roles in Nebraska advertise $16k below the $81k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $122k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs NE | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nebraska (this page) | $65k | — | 5.3/10 | 93 |
| Wyomingborders | $122k | +$57k | 5.9/10 | 20 |
| Oregon#2 | $105k | +$41k | 5.7/10 | 235 |
| Kansasborders | $83k | +$18k | 5.5/10 | 185 |
| Coloradoborders | $81k | +$17k | 5.7/10 | 443 |
| Missouriborders | $80k | +$15k | 5.4/10 | 389 |
| Iowaborders | $79k | +$15k | 5.5/10 | 166 |
| South Dakotaborders | $75k | +$10k | 5.6/10 | 54 |
“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:
- Nebraska Medicine (4), Eventide Senior Living Communities (3), State of Nebraska (3)
- 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 Social Worker jobs in Nebraska.
How much do social workers earn in Nebraska?
A reliable salary estimate is unavailable for this sample of social workers. 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 social worker jobs available?
Yes — about 10% of current social workers 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 social worker jobs have the best work-life balance?
Every social worker role on WeekdayDoc is scored for burnout risk using call schedule, weekend and night requirements, and remote flexibility. Among current listings, 5% with no weekends. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring social workers in Nebraska right now?
Employers currently hiring for social worker roles include Nebraska Medicine, Vetter Senior Living, York General, Creighton University, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many social worker jobs in Nebraska are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 38 social workers 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 Social Worker Jobs in Nebraska
Nebraska Medicine4 open roles here · WLB 63/100
Eventide Senior Living Communities3 open roles here · WLB 68/100- State of Nebraska3 open roles here · WLB 61/100
Best Care2 open roles here · WLB 48/100
Boys Town2 open roles here · WLB 46/100Children's Nebraska2 open roles here · WLB 52/100
GreenLife Healthcare Staffing2 open roles here · WLB 73/100- Vetter Senior Living2 open roles here · WLB 73/100