Engineering Bear, DE Pop. 21,000

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Bear, Delaware

The median nuclear engineer salary in Bear, DE is $119,176 per year, which is 1% below the national median and 2% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$119,176
vs State Avg
$-2,408
vs National
$-1,204
Cost of Living
99%

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Bear by Experience

In Bear, an entry-level nuclear engineer earns around $77,220, while experienced professionals earn up to $170,280 per year. The local cost of living index is 99% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$77,220
$-780 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$120,780
$-1,220 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$170,280
$-1,720 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Bear, DE

Percentile Bear
10th Percentile $75,240
25th Percentile $95,040
Median (50th) $119,176
75th Percentile $146,520
90th Percentile $176,220

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$126,399
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$122,788
Pop. 33,398
Middletown, DE
$117,972
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$115,565
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Nuclear Engineer in Bear

Education

Most nuclear engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Bear and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Nuclear PhysicsReactor DesignSafety AnalysisRadiation ProtectionMATLABRegulatory Compliance

Job Outlook

Nationally, nuclear engineer employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Bear may vary based on local industry and population growth.