Engineering Waldorf, MD Pop. 77,000

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Waldorf, Maryland

The median nuclear engineer salary in Waldorf, MD is $126,399 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 4.5% below the Maryland state average.

City Median
$126,399
vs State Avg
$-6,019
vs National
+$6,019
Cost of Living
105%

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Waldorf by Experience

In Waldorf, an entry-level nuclear engineer earns around $81,900, while experienced professionals earn up to $180,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$81,900
+$3,900 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$128,100
+$6,100 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$180,600
+$8,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Waldorf, MD

Percentile Waldorf
10th Percentile $79,800
25th Percentile $100,800
Median (50th) $126,399
75th Percentile $155,400
90th Percentile $186,900

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Other Maryland Cities

Silver Spring, MD
$146,864
Pop. 81,015
Columbia, MD
$142,048
Pop. 104,681
Germantown, MD
$138,437
Pop. 90,676
Baltimore, MD
$130,010
Pop. 585,708

How to Become a Nuclear Engineer in Waldorf

Education

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