Nuclear Engineers Salary in South Nebraska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Nebraska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $136,220 +6.8% vs national
Median hourly $65.49
10th percentile $83,670
90th percentile $199,530
Employed locally 30
National median $127,520

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $83,670
    25th
    $96,160
    50th (median)
    $136,220
    75th
    $170,390
    90th
    $199,530

    Top-paying metros for Nuclear Engineers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $189,800
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $189,770
    Knoxville, TN $174,380
    California $167,660
    New York $159,290
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $150,950

    Related occupations in South Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $95,150
    Electrical Engineers $108,750
    Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians $77,900
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $52,060
    Mechanical Engineers $76,950
    Civil Engineers $95,810

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nuclear Engineers make per hour in South Nebraska?

    The median hourly wage for Nuclear Engineers in South Nebraska is $65.49, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $95.93 or more per hour.

    Is South Nebraska above or below average for Nuclear Engineers salaries?

    The median Nuclear Engineers salary in South Nebraska is 6.8% above the national median of $127,520. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Nuclear Engineers in South Nebraska?

    Entry-level Nuclear Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $83,670 per year in South Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $96,160.