National Wages 17-2161.00 - Nuclear Engineers

In the United States:

  • Workers on average earn $133,970.
  • 10% of workers earn $92,960 or less.
  • 10% of workers earn $196,290 or more.

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2025 wage data external site.

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LocationAnnual Low (10%)Annual QL (25%)Annual Median (50%)Annual QU (75%)Annual High (90%)
United States$92,960$108,690$133,970$163,630$196,290

In the United States:

  • Workers on average earn $64.41 per hour.
  • 10% of workers earn $44.69 or less per hour.
  • 10% of workers earn $94.37 or more per hour.

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2025 wage data external site.

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LocationHourly Low (10%)Hourly QL (25%)Hourly Median (50%)Hourly QU (75%)Hourly High (90%)
United States$44.69$52.26$64.41$78.67$94.37