Above: This map shows minimum wage across the country. Nebraska is in the top 10 for minimum wage but typically in the bottom 10-15 for cost of living. Graphic provided.
LINCOLN - As of January 1, 2026 the minimum wage in Nebraska is $15 an hour. Per LB481203 that wage will go up each year by the increase in the cost of living. The federal minimum wage is $7.25.
The tipped minimum wage is $2.13 per hour. Their tips plus wage should equal or exceed the minimum wage.
A new bill, LB258 is being considered to modify LB48-1203. The increase each year would be modified. L…