Engineering Lafayette, LA Pop. 121,374

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Lafayette, Louisiana

The median nuclear engineer salary in Lafayette, LA is $105,934 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 3.3% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$105,934
vs State Avg
$-3,612
vs National
$-14,446
Cost of Living
88%

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Lafayette by Experience

In Lafayette, an entry-level nuclear engineer earns around $68,640, while experienced professionals earn up to $151,360 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$68,640
$-9,360 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$107,360
$-14,640 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$151,360
$-20,640 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lafayette, LA

Percentile Lafayette
10th Percentile $66,880
25th Percentile $84,480
Median (50th) $105,934
75th Percentile $130,240
90th Percentile $156,640

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$117,972
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$110,750
Pop. 227,470
Lake Charles, LA
$103,527
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$102,323
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Nuclear Engineer in Lafayette

Education

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