Engineering Ohio (OH) Rank #38 of 50

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Ohio

The median nuclear engineer salary in Ohio 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

#38 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Ohio by Experience

In Ohio, 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 Ohio 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 Ohio

Percentile	OH 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 Ohio

The largest employment areas for nuclear engineers in Ohio include Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Toledo. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Columbus, OH

$114,361

Pop. 905,748 · COL 95%

Cleveland, OH

$103,527

Pop. 372,624 · COL 86%

Cincinnati, OH

$108,342

Pop. 309,317 · COL 90%

Toledo, OH

$98,712

Pop. 270,871 · COL 82%

Akron, OH

$101,119

Pop. 190,469 · COL 84%

How to Become a Nuclear Engineer in Ohio

Education

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

Key Skills

Nuclear PhysicsReactor DesignSafety AnalysisRadiation ProtectionMATLABRegulatory Compliance

Job Outlook in Ohio

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