Engineering Winston-Salem, NC Pop. 249,545

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median nuclear engineer salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $103,527 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 6.5% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$103,527
vs State Avg
$-7,223
vs National
$-16,853
Cost of Living
86%

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level nuclear engineer earns around $67,080, while experienced professionals earn up to $147,920 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$67,080
$-10,920 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$104,920
$-17,080 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$147,920
$-24,080 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile Winston-Salem
10th Percentile $65,360
25th Percentile $82,560
Median (50th) $103,527
75th Percentile $127,280
90th Percentile $153,080

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

How to Become a Nuclear Engineer in Winston-Salem

Education

Most nuclear engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Winston-Salem and the surrounding North Carolina 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 Winston-Salem may vary based on local industry and population growth.