50% of professionals earn between $75,000 - $160,000 USD
The median salary is $110,000
The average salary for a Nuclear Engineer in United States is USD 75,000 - USD 160,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 135,000 per year, based on 33,552 active job listings.
The cities with the most Nuclear Engineer job opportunities in United States are Washington, New York, Chicago, Charlotte, Oak Ridge. Washington leads with 607 job openings.
Leading employers for Nuclear Engineer roles in United States include Zachry Group, Sargent & Lundy.
Explore 33,552 Nuclear Engineer job listings in United States on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.