Engineering Newark, DE Pop. 33,398

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Newark, Delaware

The median nuclear engineer salary in Newark, DE is $122,788 per year, which is 2.0% above the national median and 1.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$122,788
vs State Avg
+$1,204
vs National
+$2,408
Cost of Living
102%

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Newark by Experience

In Newark, an entry-level nuclear engineer earns around $79,560, while experienced professionals earn up to $175,440 per year. The local cost of living index is 102% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$79,560
+$1,560 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$124,440
+$2,440 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$175,440
+$3,440 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Newark, DE

Percentile Newark
10th Percentile $77,520
25th Percentile $97,920
Median (50th) $122,788
75th Percentile $150,960
90th Percentile $181,560

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$126,399
Pop. 70,898
Bear, DE
$119,176
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$117,972
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$115,565
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Nuclear Engineer in Newark

Education

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