Engineering Baton Rouge, LA Pop. 227,470

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

The median nuclear engineer salary in Baton Rouge, LA is $110,750 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 1.1% above the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$110,750
vs State Avg
+$1,204
vs National
$-9,630
Cost of Living
92%

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Baton Rouge by Experience

In Baton Rouge, an entry-level nuclear engineer earns around $71,760, while experienced professionals earn up to $158,240 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$71,760
$-6,240 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$112,240
$-9,760 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$158,240
$-13,760 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Baton Rouge, LA

Percentile Baton Rouge
10th Percentile $69,920
25th Percentile $88,320
Median (50th) $110,750
75th Percentile $136,160
90th Percentile $163,760

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$117,972
Pop. 383,997
Lafayette, LA
$105,934
Pop. 121,374
Lake Charles, LA
$103,527
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$102,323
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Nuclear Engineer in Baton Rouge

Education

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