Engineering Parkersburg, WV Pop. 29,675

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Parkersburg, West Virginia

The median nuclear engineer salary in Parkersburg, WV is $96,304 per year, which is 20% below the national median and 4.8% below the West Virginia state average.

City Median
$96,304
vs State Avg
$-4,815
vs National
$-24,076
Cost of Living
80%

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Parkersburg by Experience

In Parkersburg, an entry-level nuclear engineer earns around $62,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $137,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 80% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$62,400
$-15,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$97,600
$-24,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$137,600
$-34,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Parkersburg, WV

Percentile Parkersburg
10th Percentile $60,800
25th Percentile $76,800
Median (50th) $96,304
75th Percentile $118,400
90th Percentile $142,400

Nuclear Engineer Salary in Other West Virginia Cities

How to Become a Nuclear Engineer in Parkersburg

Education

Most nuclear engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Parkersburg 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 Parkersburg may vary based on local industry and population growth.