Engineering Missouri (MO) Rank #42 of 50

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Missouri

The median nuclear engineer salary in Missouri is $105,934 per year, which is 12% below the national median of $120,380.

Median Salary

$105,934

vs National

$-14,446

State Rank

#42 of 50

Cost of Living

88%

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Missouri by Experience

In Missouri, an entry-level nuclear engineer earns around $68,640, while experienced professionals earn up to $151,360 per year. The cost of living index in Missouri 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 Missouri

Percentile	MO Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$66,880	$76,000	$-9,120
25th Percentile	$84,480	$96,000	$-11,520
Median (50th)	$105,934	$120,380	$-14,446
75th Percentile	$130,240	$148,000	$-17,760
90th Percentile	$156,640	$178,000	$-21,360

Nuclear Engineer Salary by City in Missouri

The largest employment areas for nuclear engineers in Missouri include Kansas City, Saint Louis, Springfield, and Columbia. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Kansas City, MO

$110,750

Pop. 508,090 · COL 92%

Saint Louis, MO

$108,342

Pop. 301,578 · COL 90%

Springfield, MO

$98,712

Pop. 169,176 · COL 82%

Columbia, MO

$105,934

Pop. 126,254 · COL 88%

Independence, MO

$102,323

Pop. 123,011 · COL 85%

How to Become a Nuclear Engineer in Missouri

Education

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

Key Skills

Nuclear PhysicsReactor DesignSafety AnalysisRadiation ProtectionMATLABRegulatory Compliance

Job Outlook in Missouri

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