CPA in Nebraska

Requirements, salary data, licensing costs, and career ROI for NE. Updated with 2024 BLS OEWS wage data.

Median annual salary

$69,980

trending_down -14.3% vs. national

BLS OEWS 2024, Nebraska.

engineering

10,080

Jobs (NE)

monitoring Strong

+4.6%

10-yr job growth

payments

$1,300

Est. total cost

schedule

Varies (typically 2-4 years post-bachelor's degree for education and experience, plus exam time)

Time to complete

route How to become a cpa in Nebraska

To become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Nebraska, candidates must meet specific education, examination, and experience requirements set by the Nebraska Board of Public Accountancy. This includes holding a bachelor's degree with 150 semester hours of coursework, passing the Uniform CPA Examination, and completing an ethics exam. Additionally, applicants need to fulfill a work experience requirement, typically 4,000 hours, supervised by an active CPA. Nebraska also offers reciprocity for CPAs licensed in other jurisdictions who meet specific criteria.

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10th percentile (entry) $47,370

25th percentile $58,120

50th (median) $69,980

75th percentile $86,850

90th (experienced) $106,770

Source: BLS OEWS 2024 for Nebraska. Metro-area wages may differ significantly from the state aggregate.

checklist Nebraska requirements

Licensing body	Nebraska Board of Public Accountancy
State license	Required
Education	Bachelor's degree with 150 semester hours, including 30 semester hours in accounting beyond principles and 30 semester hours in general business subjects. An ethics exam is also required.
Experience	4,000.0 hours
Exam	Uniform CPA Examination ($1,138)
Application fee	$185
Renewal	Every 2.0 years
Continuing education	80.0 hours per cycle
Notes	Minimum age of 18 years old. U.S. citizenship is required. Must be a Nebraska resident, regularly employed in Nebraska, or have a place of business in Nebraska. Nebraska is a two-tiered state, issuing a Certificate upon passing the CPA exam and a Permit to Practice after meeting experience requirements. An ethics exam (Nebraska Board Ethics Exam and AICPA Ethics Exam) is required for certification. Experience can be 2 years (4,000 hours) in public accounting, 2 years (4,000 hours) at the Nebraska Department of Revenue or Nebraska Auditor of Public Accounts, or 3 years (6,000 hours) in private industry, government, or academia. Combining different types of work experience increases the requirement to 3 years (6,000 hours). All experience must be supervised by an active CPA and completed within the past 10 years.

Source: Nebraska Board of Public Accountancy

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10-year growth

+4.6%

Faster than average

Annual openings

124,200

Nationwide per year

Total employment

1,579,800

Nationwide

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Rough payback period

0 months

~$1,300 investment ÷ $69,980 median salary

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Frequently asked questions

How do you get certified as a cpa in Nebraska? expand_more

In Nebraska, becoming a cpa requires you to complete the required education (Bachelor's degree with 150 semester hours, including 30 semester hours in accounting beyond principles and 30 semester hours in general business subjects. An ethics exam is also required.), gain 4,000.0 hours of supervised experience, pass the Uniform CPA Examination, and submit your application ($185 fee).

Is a cpa license required in Nebraska? expand_more

A state license is required in Nebraska. Nebraska Board of Public Accountancy handles cpa licensing — the Uniform CPA Examination is part of the process.

What do cpas earn in Nebraska? expand_more

The median cpa salary in Nebraska is $69,980 per year. That's 14% below the national median of $81,680. New cpas start around $47,370; seasoned professionals can reach $106,770.

How much does it cost to become a cpa in Nebraska? expand_more

Costs include exam fee ($1,138) and application fee ($185). The estimated total investment is $1,300, including education and training.

How many months or years does cpa certification take in Nebraska? expand_more

In Nebraska, becoming a cpa generally takes Varies (typically 2-4 years post-bachelor's degree for education and experience, plus exam time), accounting for education requirements, hands-on training, and the exam process.

How many CE hours do cpas need in Nebraska? expand_more

Yes — cpas in Nebraska must complete 80.0 CE hours every 2.0 years to stay licensed.