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Business Analyst Salary in Omaha, Nebraska

Updated 2026-04-05BLS 2024 data — be the first to add a local report

Salary Distribution

BLS 2024
$82,902/ year

Median Business Analyst in Omaha, NE

$47,798
10th
$58,290
25th
$82,902
Median
$113,100
75th
$137,982
90th

Compensation Breakdown

BLS 2024
Base salary (median)
$82,902
Total compensation (est.)
$95,337
Bonus range
$3,350 – $15,600
Mean salary
$87,876

How This Compares

Omaha, NE median
$82,902
Nebraska median
$97,196-14.7%
National median
$95,290-13.0%

Cost of living in Omaha is 0% below the national average. Salary of $82,902 here is equivalent to $82,902 nationally.

Salary by Experience

0-2 years
$59,689-28.0%
3-5 years
$75,441-9.0%
6-10 years
$92,850+12.0%
10+ years
$114,405+38.0%

Salary by Company Size

Startup (< 100 employees)
$72,954-12.0%
Mid-size (100–5,000)
$82,902
Enterprise (5,000+)
$97,824+18.0%

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Business Analyst Salaries in Nearby Cities

Lincoln, NE$95,290/yr

Related Jobs in Omaha

Marketing Manager$120,695/yr
Human Resources Manager$118,625/yr
Operations Manager$112,769/yr
Sales Manager$113,622/yr
Account Manager$113,622/yr

Quick Numbers

Hourly (40hr week)$40/hr
Monthly gross$6,909/mo
25th percentile$58,290/yr
75th percentile$113,100/yr

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Market Context

via FRED

Fed Funds Rate

Mar 2026

3.64%

Inflation (CPI)

year-over-year

2.4%+0.04

National Unemployment

Mar 2026

4.3%-0.10

Nebraska Unemployment

Dec 2025

3.0%

Avg Hourly Earnings

all private workers

$37.38+$0.09

10yr Treasury

Apr 2026

4.31%

Source: St. Louis Fed (FRED). Updated daily.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Business Analyst salary in Omaha?

The median Business Analyst salary in Omaha is $82,902 per year, with a range from $58,290 at the 25th percentile to $113,100 at the 75th percentile. Total compensation including bonuses typically runs higher — see the breakdown above for the full picture.

How does Business Analyst pay in Omaha compare to the national average?

Business Analyst salaries in Omaha are 13% below the national median of $95,290. After adjusting for Omaha's cost of living, the purchasing power of that salary is equivalent to roughly $82,902 nationally — which is the number that actually matters when comparing offers across cities.

What factors affect Business Analyst salaries in Omaha?

In Omaha, the biggest drivers are years of experience, company size, and industry vertical. Entry-level Business Analyst roles start around $47,798, while senior and staff-level positions at larger employers can reach $137,982 or above. Specialized skills and in-demand tools can also meaningfully shift where you land in the range.

Is Omaha a good place for Business Analyst jobs?

Omaha offers a Business Analyst median of $82,902, which is 13% below the US median of $95,290. Whether that makes it a good market depends on your personal cost-of-living equation — Omaha is 0% cheaper than the national average, so factor that into your math.

How do I negotiate a higher Business Analyst salary?

Start with the data on this page: the 75th percentile for Business Analyst in Omaha is $113,100, which is a defensible anchor for a negotiation. Come in with a specific number backed by real market data — not a range — and reference your experience tier. If you're above the median, ask for the 75th percentile. If you're already at the 75th, push for total comp improvements like equity or bonus instead.