Engineering Louisiana (LA) Rank #34 of 50

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Louisiana

The median nuclear engineer salary in Louisiana is $109,546 per year, which is 9% below the national median of $120,380.

Median Salary
$109,546
vs National
$-10,834
State Rank
#34 of 50
Cost of Living
91%

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level nuclear engineer earns around $70,980, while experienced professionals earn up to $156,520 per year. The cost of living index in Louisiana is 91% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$70,980
$-7,020 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$111,020
$-10,980 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$156,520
$-15,480 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile LA Salary
10th Percentile $69,160
25th Percentile $87,360
Median (50th) $109,546
75th Percentile $134,680
90th Percentile $161,980

Nuclear Engineer Salary by City in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for nuclear engineers in Louisiana include New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, and Lafayette. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

New Orleans, LA
$117,972
Pop. 383,997 · COL 98%
Baton Rouge, LA
$110,750
Pop. 227,470 · COL 92%
Shreveport, LA
$102,323
Pop. 187,593 · COL 85%
Lafayette, LA
$105,934
Pop. 121,374 · COL 88%
Lake Charles, LA
$103,527
Pop. 80,000 · COL 86%

How to Become a Nuclear Engineer in Louisiana

Education

Most nuclear engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Louisiana has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Nuclear PhysicsReactor DesignSafety AnalysisRadiation ProtectionMATLABRegulatory Compliance

Job Outlook in Louisiana

Nationally, nuclear engineer employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Louisiana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.