All 50 States Ranked from Poorest to Richest

Nebraska’s ranking is influenced by its stable but modest-paying agricultural and food-processing sectors. Although unemployment is low, many jobs don’t offer strong upward wage mobility. Urban areas like Omaha and Lincoln perform better, but rural regions keep the statewide median income from climbing higher.

Future growth may come from expanding finance, insurance, and tech-related services in the larger cities. Improved rural infrastructure and workforce programs could help diversify local economies. As more industries move into the state, Nebraska may slowly shift upward in its income position.