BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Nuclear Engineers in North Carolina earn between $96,300 and $166,200, with a mean of $136,120. The national average for this role is $141,008.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| North Carolina | $136,120 |
| National Average | $141,008 |
| District of Columbia | $180,480 |
| New Mexico | $180,290 |
| California | $160,980 |
| Maryland | $155,410 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. North Carolina. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.