Engineering Nebraska (NE) Rank #36 of 50

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Nebraska

The median nuclear engineer salary in Nebraska is $108,342 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $120,380.

Median Salary

$108,342

vs National

$-12,038

State Rank

#36 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level nuclear engineer earns around $70,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $154,800 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$70,200

$-7,800 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$109,800

$-12,200 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$154,800

$-17,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$68,400	$76,000	$-7,600
25th Percentile	$86,400	$96,000	$-9,600
Median (50th)	$108,342	$120,380	$-12,038
75th Percentile	$133,200	$148,000	$-14,800
90th Percentile	$160,200	$178,000	$-17,800

Nuclear Engineer Salary by City in Nebraska

The largest employment areas for nuclear engineers in Nebraska include Omaha, Lincoln, Bellevue, and Grand Island. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Omaha, NE

$111,953

Pop. 486,051 · COL 93%

Lincoln, NE

$108,342

Pop. 291,082 · COL 90%

Bellevue, NE

$110,750

Pop. 64,176 · COL 92%

Grand Island, NE

$101,119

Pop. 53,131 · COL 84%

Kearney, NE

$103,527

Pop. 33,464 · COL 86%

How to Become a Nuclear Engineer in Nebraska

Education

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

Key Skills

Nuclear PhysicsReactor DesignSafety AnalysisRadiation ProtectionMATLABRegulatory Compliance

Job Outlook in Nebraska

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