Product Design Manager Salary in Lancaster County, Nebraska

Lancaster County, home to Lincoln and the University of Nebraska, has several large healthcare systems. Salaries increase at the senior and principal levels.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$76,000 to $93,000

Average (per year)

$84,500

Entry-level managers join Lincoln-based tech firms, university-affiliated startups, or local healthcare organizations.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$93,000 to $112,000

Average (per year)

$102,500

Mid-level professionals work at larger technology companies or manage design teams for public sector agencies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$112,000 to $129,000

Average (per year)

$120,500

Senior managers lead product design for major employers like university research labs, regional healthcare systems, or growing SaaS companies.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$129,000+

Principal roles involve cross-functional leadership on large-scale projects and offer higher salaries.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

$38 - $45

per hour

Mid-level

$45 - $56

per hour

Senior

$56 - $64

per hour