Engineering North Dakota (ND) Rank #37 of 50

Nuclear Engineer Salary in North Dakota

The median nuclear engineer salary in North Dakota 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

#37 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Nuclear Engineer Salary in North Dakota by Experience

In North Dakota, 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 North Dakota 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 North Dakota

Percentile	ND 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 North Dakota

The largest employment areas for nuclear engineers in North Dakota include Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, and Minot. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Fargo, ND

$113,157

Pop. 125,990 · COL 94%

Bismarck, ND

$108,342

Pop. 73,529 · COL 90%

Grand Forks, ND

$105,934

Pop. 56,588 · COL 88%

Minot, ND

$110,750

Pop. 48,639 · COL 92%

West Fargo, ND

$111,953

Pop. 38,626 · COL 93%

How to Become a Nuclear Engineer in North Dakota

Education

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

Key Skills

Nuclear PhysicsReactor DesignSafety AnalysisRadiation ProtectionMATLABRegulatory Compliance

Job Outlook in North Dakota

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