Engineering Dover, DE Pop. 39,403

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Dover, Delaware

The median nuclear engineer salary in Dover, DE is $115,565 per year, which is 4% below the national median and 5% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$115,565
vs State Avg
$-6,019
vs National
$-4,815
Cost of Living
96%

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Dover by Experience

In Dover, an entry-level nuclear engineer earns around $74,880, while experienced professionals earn up to $165,120 per year. The local cost of living index is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$74,880
$-3,120 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$117,120
$-4,880 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$165,120
$-6,880 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Dover, DE

Percentile Dover
10th Percentile $72,960
25th Percentile $92,160
Median (50th) $115,565
75th Percentile $142,080
90th Percentile $170,880

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$126,399
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$122,788
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$119,176
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$117,972
Pop. 22,350

How to Become a Nuclear Engineer in Dover

Education

Most nuclear engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Dover 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 Dover may vary based on local industry and population growth.