Nuclear Engineers Salary in District of Columbia

BLS OEWS May 2025 • 1 metro areas • District of Columbia

Nuclear Engineers in District of Columbia earn a median salary of $189,770 per year on average across 1 metro and nonmetro areas, +48.8% vs the national median of $127,520. An estimated 300 nuclear engineers are employed across District of Columbia, with salaries ranging from $189,770 to $189,770 depending on location.

$189,770 Avg median salary in District of Columbia
$189,770 Highest paying metro
$189,770 Lowest paying metro
300 Employed in District of Columbia

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      Metro area Median salary 25th pct 75th pct Employed
      Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV $189,770 $157,980 $201,140 300

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