Conveyor Operators and Tenders Salary in South Nebraska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Nebraska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,160 -7.4% vs national
Median hourly $18.35
10th percentile $36,970
90th percentile $46,310
Employed locally 430
National median $41,230

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,970
    25th
    $37,940
    50th (median)
    $38,160
    75th
    $45,530
    90th
    $46,310

    Top-paying metros for Conveyor Operators and Tenders

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area $106,830
    Wyoming $75,550
    Southern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area $69,600
    Southwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area $68,140
    Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area $65,740
    Northern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area $65,030

    Related occupations in South Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$45,420
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$47,720
    Stockers and Order Fillers$34,630
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$47,650
    Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment$36,580
    Bus Drivers, School$46,840

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conveyor Operators and Tenders make per hour in South Nebraska?

    The median hourly wage for Conveyor Operators and Tenders in South Nebraska is $18.35, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.88 or more per hour.

    Is South Nebraska above or below average for Conveyor Operators and Tenders salaries?

    The median Conveyor Operators and Tenders salary in South Nebraska is 7.4% below the national median of $41,230. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Conveyor Operators and Tenders in South Nebraska?

    Entry-level Conveyor Operators and Tenders (10th percentile) earn around $36,970 per year in South Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,940.