Engineering Huntington, WV Pop. 46,842

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Huntington, West Virginia

The median nuclear engineer salary in Huntington, WV is $98,712 per year, which is 18% below the national median and 2.4% below the West Virginia state average.

City Median
$98,712
vs State Avg
$-2,407
vs National
$-21,668
Cost of Living
82%

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Huntington by Experience

In Huntington, an entry-level nuclear engineer earns around $63,960, while experienced professionals earn up to $141,040 per year. The local cost of living index is 82% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$63,960
$-14,040 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$100,040
$-21,960 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$141,040
$-30,960 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Huntington, WV

Percentile Huntington
10th Percentile $62,320
25th Percentile $78,720
Median (50th) $98,712
75th Percentile $121,360
90th Percentile $145,960

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Other West Virginia Cities

How to Become a Nuclear Engineer in Huntington

Education

Most nuclear engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Huntington and the surrounding West Virginia 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 Huntington may vary based on local industry and population growth.