salary$65,170 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Lincoln, NE area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,850per year
Top pay (top 10%)$108,070per year
Jobs in the area2,130people work this job
Can a accountant afford Lincoln?
OK. Rent of $1,328 a month takes 24.5% of the median accountant salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a accountant make in Lincoln, NE?
The median pay for a accountant in the Lincoln, NE area is $65,170 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $46,850 and $108,070.
Can a accountant afford to live in Lincoln?
Typical rent of $1,328 a month takes 24.5% of the median accountant salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Lincoln, NE metro area.