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Workers' Compensation Administrator III Salary in Nebraska

How much does a Workers' Compensation Administrator III make in Nebraska?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Workers' Compensation Administrator III in Nebraska is $80,516 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, a Workers' Compensation Administrator III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,741
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,206 to $86,392
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,551
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Workers' Compensation Administrator III Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $86,392 $7,199 $1,661 $42
Average $80,516 $6,710 $1,548 $39
25th Percentile $73,206 $6,100 $1,408 $35
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Key Factors That Influence Workers' Compensation Administrator III Salaries

A Workers' Compensation Administrator III's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Workers' Compensation Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Workers' Compensation Administrator III's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Workers' Compensation Administrator I (0-2 years): $57,822
  • Workers' Compensation Administrator II (2-4 years): $68,987
  • Workers' Compensation Administrator III (4-7 years): $80,516
  • Workers' Compensation Manager (7+ years): $105,083
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Workers' Compensation Administrator I0-2 years$57,822
Workers' Compensation Administrator II2-4 years$68,987
Workers' Compensation Administrator III4-7 years$80,516
Workers' Compensation Manager7+ years$105,083
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Top Paying Cities for Workers' Compensation Administrator IIIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Offutt A F B: $81,205
  • La Vista: $81,204
  • Adams: $79,747

Workers' Compensation Administrator III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Workers' Compensation Administrator III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $90,056. While startup companies pay approximate $76,161.

Workers' Compensation Administrator III Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$76,161
Growth Stage51~500$80,552
Established501~5000$86,966
Enterprise5000+$90,056

Workers' Compensation Administrator III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Workers' Compensation Administrator III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Workers' Compensation Administrator positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Workers' Compensation Administrator III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Workers' Compensation Administrator III

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$112,722$54.040%
Pharmaceuticals$100,645$48.025%
Energy & Utilities$96,619$46.020%
Insurance$92,593$45.015%
Aerospace & Defense$88,567$43.010%

Workers' Compensation Administrator III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Workers' Compensation Administrator III's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$73,206
Average $80,516/year
$86,392
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Average $6,710/month
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$1,408
Average $1,548/week
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Average $39/hour
$42
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $86,392 $7,199 $1,661 $42
Average $80,516 $6,710 $1,548 $39
25th Percentile $73,206 $6,100 $1,408 $35

Workers' Compensation Administrator III Salary Growth & Career Path

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Workers' Compensation Manager

For a Workers' Compensation Administrator III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Workers' Compensation Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $105,083 - a projected growth of 31% over your current level.

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