Engineering Middletown, DE Pop. 22,350

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Middletown, Delaware

The median nuclear engineer salary in Middletown, DE is $117,972 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 3% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$117,972
vs State Avg
$-3,612
vs National
$-2,408
Cost of Living
98%

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Middletown by Experience

In Middletown, an entry-level nuclear engineer earns around $76,440, while experienced professionals earn up to $168,560 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$76,440
$-1,560 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$119,560
$-2,440 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$168,560
$-3,440 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Middletown, DE

Percentile Middletown
10th Percentile $74,480
25th Percentile $94,080
Median (50th) $117,972
75th Percentile $145,040
90th Percentile $174,440

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
Dover, DE
$115,565
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Nuclear Engineer in Middletown

Education

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