The average salary for Nuclear Engineers in the United States is around $124540 per year.
In the United States, Nuclear Engineers earn an average hourly wage of $59.88 and a mean annual wage of $124540.
$59.88
$124540
For Nuclear Engineers positions in the United States, hourly wages vary widely. The 10th percentile earns approximately $38.19 per hour, while those at the 25th percentile earn about $47.27 per hour. The median hourly wage stands at $58.89, and at the 75th percentile, it increases to $66.26. The top earners, at the 90th percentile, command an impressive $81.53 hourly.
When considering annual wages for Nuclear Engineers roles, the distribution remains diverse. At the 10th percentile, workers earn around $79440 annually, while those at the 25th percentile make about $98320 annually. The median annual wage, however, is $122480. For the 75th percentile, the figure rises to $137810, and at the 90th percentile, it peaks at $169580 per year.
$38.19
$79440
$47.27
$98320
$58.89
$122480
$66.26
$137810
$81.53
$169580
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Last updated: May 2023)