How to Become a Cartographer & GIS Specialist in Nebraska: Salary & Requirements (2026)

Q: "How much does a cartographer make in Nebraska?"

"The median annual wage for cartographers and photogrammetrists in Nebraska is $81,500 (BLS OEWS, May 2025), in line with the national median of $81,390."

Q: "How do I become a cartographer in Nebraska?"

"The core path is the same nationwide - Bachelor's in geomatics, geography/GIS, or surveying - with licensing administered at the state level: Photogrammetrist licensure in some states; GISP certification valued. See the steps below."

Q: "How many cartographers and photogrammetrists work in Nebraska?"

"BLS counts about 50 cartographers and photogrammetrists employed in Nebraska (BLS OEWS, May 2025)."

Updated July 23, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Nebraska cartographers and photogrammetrists earn a median annual wage of $81,500 ($39.18/hr) according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), with about 50 workers employed statewide. The state median is approximately 0.1% above the national median of $81,390 for the same occupation.

Key Takeaways

Median annual pay: $81,500 ($39.18/hr)
25th percentile: $52,450 per year
75th percentile: $96,560 per year
Top 10% earn: more than $119,620 per year
Entry-level (bottom 10%): under $45,410 per year
Workers employed in Nebraska: 50
Versus national median: 0.1% above the U.S. median of $81,390
Job concentration: Location quotient 0.58 - this occupation is less concentrated in Nebraska than the national average

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. Last reviewed July 23, 2026.

Quick answer: The median cartographer salary in Nebraska is $81,500 per year - in line with the national median of $81,390 (BLS OEWS, May 2025). The career requires a 4-year degree: Bachelor’s in geomatics, geography/GIS, or surveying.

Cartographer & GIS Specialist Salary in Nebraska

Wage level	Annual salary
Nebraska entry level (10th percentile)	$45,410
Nebraska 25th-75th percentile	$52,450 - $96,560
Nebraska median	$81,500
Nebraska top earners (90th percentile)	$119,620
U.S. median	$81,390

Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025. State employment: 50.

The Nebraska Job Market: Cartographer & GIS Specialist

Metric	Value
Employed in Nebraska	50
Jobs per 1,000 in the state	0.05
Concentration vs U.S. (location quotient)	0.58
Mean annual wage in Nebraska	$81,440

Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025. With a location quotient of 0.58, Nebraska employs cartographers and photogrammetrists at a lower concentration than the national average; expect fewer openings per capita and weigh relocation or remote-friendly specialties.

Requirements in Nebraska

The education path is national - Bachelor’s in geomatics, geography/GIS, or surveying - while licensing runs through Nebraska’s own boards: Photogrammetrist licensure in some states; GISP certification valued. Verify current requirements with the Nebraska licensing authority before enrolling, as details change. The step-by-step path (degree, exams, first role, advancement) is covered in the national guide: How to Become a Cartographer & GIS Specialist.

Salary Nationwide

Annual Wage by Percentile - Cartographers and Photogrammetrists

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025

Cartographers and Photogrammetrists annual wage percentiles
Percentile	Annual wage
10th	$53,740
25th	$65,670
50th (median)	$81,390
75th	$101,960
90th	$126,950

Job Outlook

Projected employment growth, Cartographers and Photogrammetrists, 2024-2034

Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024-2034

Cartographers and Photogrammetrists employment projection 2024 to 2034
Year	Employment
2024	13,400
2034 projected	14,300
Percent change	+6.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a cartographer make in Nebraska?

The median annual wage for cartographers and photogrammetrists in Nebraska is $81,500 (BLS OEWS, May 2025), in line with the national median of $81,390.

How do I become a cartographer in Nebraska?

The core path is the same nationwide - Bachelor's in geomatics, geography/GIS, or surveying - with licensing administered at the state level: Photogrammetrist licensure in some states; GISP certification valued. See the steps below.

How many cartographers and photogrammetrists work in Nebraska?

BLS counts about 50 cartographers and photogrammetrists employed in Nebraska (BLS OEWS, May 2025).

Cartographer & GIS Specialist in Nearby States

Sources

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 - Cartographers and Photogrammetrists (SOC 17-1021), Nebraska and national
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections, 2024-34

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Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)