Nuclear Engineer Salary in Pennsylvania
Based on 340+ workers in Pennsylvania
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (PA)
$133,250
$64.06/hr
vs National Average
$140,937
-5.5% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$83K – $167K
340 employed in Pennsylvania
Salary Distribution — Nuclear Engineer in Pennsylvania
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $83,250 |
| 25th percentile | $103,680 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $133,250 |
| 75th percentile | $162,100 |
| 90th percentile | $167,110 |
Top-Paying Industries for Nuclear Engineer (U.S.)
Which industries pay Nuclear Engineers the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Nuclear Engineers in Pennsylvania tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $143,600 | 6K |
| Administrative and Support Services | $137,920 | 950 |
| Utilities | $134,250 | 4K |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $131,690 | 340 |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $119,520 | 3K |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Nuclear Engineer in Pennsylvania vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Pennsylvania) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $125,530 |
| 2023 | $126,530 |
| 2024 | $134,580 |
| 2025 | $133,250 |
| 2026 (projected) | $133,250 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Pennsylvania Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $125,530 | $125,973 |
| 2023 | $126,530 | $126,302 |
| 2024 | $134,580 | $134,043 |
| 2025 | $133,250 | $140,937 |
| 2026 (projected) | $133,250 | $140,937 |
Nuclear Engineer Salary by Experience Level in Pennsylvania
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $103,680 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $133,250 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $162,100 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $167,110 |
Nuclear Engineer Salary in Other States
Related Nuclear Engineer Salaries in Pennsylvania
How other high-demand occupations in Pennsylvania compare to Nuclear Engineer ($133,250 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Nuclear Engineer | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering Manager in PA | $164,690 | +23.6% | $79.18/hr |
| Aerospace Engineer in PA | $133,940 | +0.5% | $64.39/hr |
| Biomedical Engineer in PA | $122,560 | -8.0% | $58.92/hr |
| Chemical Engineer in PA | $116,970 | -12.2% | $56.24/hr |
| Electrical Engineer in PA | $110,820 | -16.8% | $53.28/hr |
| Environmental Engineer in PA | $103,330 | -22.5% | $49.68/hr |
| Petroleum Engineer in PA | $101,880 | -23.5% | $48.98/hr |
| Industrial Engineer in PA | $99,560 | -25.3% | $47.87/hr |
| Materials Engineer in PA | $98,030 | -26.4% | $47.13/hr |
| Mechanical Engineer in PA | $97,920 | -26.5% | $47.08/hr |
| Civil Engineer in PA | $97,850 | -26.6% | $47.04/hr |
| Human Resources Manager in PA | $133,060 | -0.1% | $63.97/hr |