Engineering Maryland (MD) Rank #9 of 50

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Maryland

The median nuclear engineer salary in Maryland is $132,418 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median of $120,380.

Median Salary

$132,418

vs National

+$12,038

State Rank

#9 of 50

Cost of Living

110%

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Maryland by Experience

In Maryland, an entry-level nuclear engineer earns around $85,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $189,200 per year. The cost of living index in Maryland is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$85,800

+$7,800 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$134,200

+$12,200 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$189,200

+$17,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Maryland

Percentile	MD Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$83,600	$76,000	+$7,600
25th Percentile	$105,600	$96,000	+$9,600
Median (50th)	$132,418	$120,380	+$12,038
75th Percentile	$162,800	$148,000	+$14,800
90th Percentile	$195,800	$178,000	+$17,800

Nuclear Engineer Salary by City in Maryland

The largest employment areas for nuclear engineers in Maryland include Baltimore, Columbia, Silver Spring, and Germantown. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Baltimore, MD

$130,010

Pop. 585,708 · COL 108%

Columbia, MD

$142,048

Pop. 104,681 · COL 118%

Silver Spring, MD

$146,864

Pop. 81,015 · COL 122%

Germantown, MD

$138,437

Pop. 90,676 · COL 115%

Waldorf, MD

$126,399

Pop. 77,000 · COL 105%

How to Become a Nuclear Engineer in Maryland

Education

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

Key Skills

Nuclear PhysicsReactor DesignSafety AnalysisRadiation ProtectionMATLABRegulatory Compliance

Job Outlook in Maryland

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