Truck Driving in Nebraska

State Overview

There are over 7,810 trucking companies in Nebraska and the industry employs 26,940 drivers. The highest paid truck driver earn $51,030 ($24.54 hourly). The highest paying areas are Northeastern Nebraska non-metropolitan area with a Median Annual Salary of $40,080, Omaha-Council Bluffs ($38,480), and Central Nebraska non-metropolitan area ($37,670).

Pros and Cons of Truck Driving in Nebraska

GOOD: 

• Good state for agriculture and produce, easy freight to move
• Road conditions are really good, and there isn’t much traffic
• Open flat roads, pretty fields all around

BAD: 

• Nebraska enforcement has gotten more strict in recent years
• Rest area parking is horrible for trucks
• Winds and tornadoes in Nebraska can be bad, especially in the winter

Truck Driving Tips for Nebraska

• Plan a long time ahead to park and get rest
• Pass as quickly as possible
• It’s ok to stop when it gets too windy. Think about safety first
• The Love’s in Sidney has a 24 hour IHOP with plenty of parking and clean facilities
• An overweight ticket is cheaper than getting a ticket for skipping the scales

Fellow Truck Drivers in Nebraska Say:

“When you’re in a hurry is when mistakes happen”

Pat. C – 31 years driving experience

GOOD
There is a lot of good freight, good truck stops and usually traffic isn’t really bad.

BAD
Rest area parking is horrible for trucks. the winds in NE can be bad, especially in the winter.

TIP TO NEW DRIVERS
Take your time don’t rush yourself, when you get in a hurry is when mistakes happen. Pay attention to your surrounding at all times.