Nuclear Engineers Salary in North Carolina
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • North Carolina
Nuclear Engineers in North Carolina earn a median salary of $128,797 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, +1% vs the national median of $127,520. An estimated 440 nuclear engineers are employed across North Carolina, with salaries ranging from $123,200 to $135,040 depending on location.
$128,797
Avg median salary in North Carolina
$135,040
Highest paying metro
$123,200
Lowest paying metro
440
Employed in North Carolina
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Nuclear Engineers salaries by city in North Carolina
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh, NC | $135,040 | $125,910 | $160,930 | 100 |
| Charlotte, NC-SC | $128,150 | $103,520 | $158,530 | 260 |
| Wilmington, NC | $123,200 | $104,960 | $127,520 | 80 |