New York Median
$141,200
per year
Hourly Rate
$67.88
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+5% vs US median
US median $133,970
State Rank
#6 of 19
150 employed here
How much does a Nuclear Engineer make in New York?
A Nuclear Engineer working in New York earns a median salary of $141,200 per year, or about $67.88 per hour. That is 5% above the national median of $133,970 for this occupation.
Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $114,610 while the top 10% make $204,940 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $137,260 and $162,690 a year.
Nuclear Engineer salary range in New York
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $114,610 | $55.10 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $137,260 | $65.99 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $141,200 | $67.88 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $162,690 | $78.22 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $204,940 | $98.53 |
|
How New York compares
New York ranks 6th 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 $157,960Massachusetts $145,760Florida $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 New York
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 New York pay ($141,200) 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 New York?
The median Nuclear Engineer salary in New York is $141,200 per year, or about $67.88 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $114,610 at the entry level to $204,940 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Nuclear Engineers about 5% more than the national median of $133,970. New York ranks 6th out of 19 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Nuclear Engineers?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $141,200 a year. About 150 Nuclear Engineers are employed in New York. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), 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.