Engineering Springfield, IL Pop. 114,394

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Springfield, Illinois

The median nuclear engineer salary in Springfield, IL is $102,323 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 10.5% below the Illinois state average.

City Median
$102,323
vs State Avg
$-12,038
vs National
$-18,057
Cost of Living
85%

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Springfield by Experience

In Springfield, an entry-level nuclear engineer earns around $66,300, while experienced professionals earn up to $146,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$66,300
$-11,700 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$103,700
$-18,300 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$146,200
$-25,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Springfield, IL

Percentile Springfield
10th Percentile $64,600
25th Percentile $81,600
Median (50th) $102,323
75th Percentile $125,800
90th Percentile $151,300

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$130,010
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$128,807
Pop. 2,693,976
Aurora, IL
$114,361
Pop. 197,757
Rockford, IL
$98,712
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Nuclear Engineer in Springfield

Education

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