Massachusetts Median
$145,760
per year
Hourly Rate
$70.08
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+9% vs US median
US median $133,970
State Rank
#5 of 19
210 employed here
How much does a Nuclear Engineer make in Massachusetts?
A Nuclear Engineer working in Massachusetts earns a median salary of $145,760 per year, or about $70.08 per hour. That is 9% above the national median of $133,970 for this occupation.
Within Massachusetts, entry-level pay starts around $67,750 while the top 10% make $174,710 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $103,790 and $161,620 a year.
Nuclear Engineer salary range in Massachusetts
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $67,750 | $32.57 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $103,790 | $49.90 |
|
| 50th percentile (median) | $145,760 | $70.08 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $161,620 | $77.70 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $174,710 | $84.00 |
|
How Massachusetts compares
Massachusetts ranks 5th out of 19 states and territories for Nuclear Engineer pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Nuclear Engineer salary in other states
District of Columbia $195,190California $172,400New Mexico $164,300Maryland $157,960New York $141,200Florida $135,400Illinois $134,510Idaho $133,970Pennsylvania $133,250Alabama $132,570Georgia $132,440North Carolina $131,850Michigan $129,940Washington $129,480Virginia $128,890Texas $128,340South Carolina $126,570Maine $123,780
Working as a Nuclear Engineer in Massachusetts
Nationally, about 15,000 people work as Nuclear Engineers in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Massachusetts pay ($145,760) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Nuclear Engineer make in Massachusetts?
The median Nuclear Engineer salary in Massachusetts is $145,760 per year, or about $70.08 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $67,750 at the entry level to $174,710 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Massachusetts pay compare to the national average?
Massachusetts pays Nuclear Engineers about 9% more than the national median of $133,970. Massachusetts ranks 5th out of 19 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Nuclear Engineers?
Yes on pay — Massachusetts pays above the national median for this occupation, at $145,760 a year. About 210 Nuclear Engineers are employed in Massachusetts. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Massachusetts?
The highest-paying occupations in Massachusetts include Radiologist ($426,560), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($392,300), Surgeon, All Other ($387,150), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.