Engineering Michigan (MI) Rank #25 of 50

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Michigan

The median nuclear engineer salary in Michigan is $114,361 per year, which is 5% below the national median of $120,380.

Median Salary

$114,361

vs National

$-6,019

State Rank

#25 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Michigan by Experience

In Michigan, an entry-level nuclear engineer earns around $74,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $163,400 per year. The cost of living index in Michigan is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$74,100

$-3,900 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$115,900

$-6,100 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$163,400

$-8,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Michigan

Percentile	MI Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$72,200	$76,000	$-3,800
25th Percentile	$91,200	$96,000	$-4,800
Median (50th)	$114,361	$120,380	$-6,019
75th Percentile	$140,600	$148,000	$-7,400
90th Percentile	$169,100	$178,000	$-8,900

Nuclear Engineer Salary by City in Michigan

The largest employment areas for nuclear engineers in Michigan include Detroit, Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, and Warren. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Detroit, MI

$111,953

Pop. 639,111 · COL 88%

Grand Rapids, MI

$114,361

Pop. 198,917 · COL 90%

Ann Arbor, MI

$132,418

Pop. 123,851 · COL 105%

Warren, MI

$111,953

Pop. 139,387 · COL 88%

Lansing, MI

$109,546

Pop. 112,644 · COL 86%

How to Become a Nuclear Engineer in Michigan

Education

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

Key Skills

Nuclear PhysicsReactor DesignSafety AnalysisRadiation ProtectionMATLABRegulatory Compliance

Job Outlook in Michigan

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