Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Salary in South Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $47,650 +2.7% vs national
Median hourly $22.91
10th percentile $37,760
90th percentile $66,190
Employed locally 1,020
National median $46,390

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,760
    25th
    $43,250
    50th (median)
    $47,650
    75th
    $57,080
    90th
    $66,190

    Top-paying metros for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $81,470
    Flint, MI $76,430
    Northwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area $65,420
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $63,970
    Wasatch Front Fringe Utah nonmetropolitan area $63,720
    Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area $63,490

    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
    Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment$36,580
    Bus Drivers, School$46,840
    Light Truck Drivers$41,170

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators make per hour in South Nebraska?

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in South Nebraska is $22.91, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.36 or more per hour.

    Is South Nebraska above or below average for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salaries?

    The median Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary in South Nebraska is 2.7% above the national median of $46,390. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in South Nebraska?

    Entry-level Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators (10th percentile) earn around $37,760 per year in South Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,250.