What are the main factors that influence an Entry Level Nuclear Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Entry Level Nuclear Engineer's salary?

An Entry Level Nuclear Engineer's salary grows with experience: an ERP Business Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $81,492, an Entry Level Nuclear Engineer (2-4 years)earns $103,117, an ERP Business Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $125,497, an ERP Business Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $145,284, an ERP Business Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $180,120,

What are the highest paying states for an Entry Level Nuclear Engineer?

Entry Level Nuclear Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Entry Level Nuclear Engineer roles are District of Columbia $101,440, California $101,056, Massachusetts $99,709. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Entry Level Nuclear Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Entry Level Nuclear Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Entry Level Petroleum Engineer: $105,977; engineer entry level: $88,568; Entry Level Project Engineer: $86,201; Entry Nuclear Engineer: $81,900; Nuclear Engineer I: $81,836.

Entry Level Nuclear Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Entry Level Nuclear Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for an Entry Level Nuclear Engineer in District of Columbia is $101,440 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

However, an Entry Level Nuclear Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $117,410
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $93,392 to $109,800
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $86,064

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Entry Level Nuclear Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$109,800	$9,150	$2,112	$53
Average	$101,440	$8,453	$1,951	$49
25th Percentile	$93,392	$7,783	$1,796	$45

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Key Factors That Influence Entry Level Nuclear Engineer Salaries

An Entry Level Nuclear Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Entry Level Nuclear Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Entry Level Nuclear Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $81,492
Early Career (1-2 years): $103,117
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $125,497
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $145,284
Expert (over 8 years): $180,120

Levels	Salary
ERP Busin... Level Entry Level Nuclear Engineer	$81,492
Entry Lev... Level Entry Level Nuclear Engineer	$103,117
ERP Busin... Level Entry Level Nuclear Engineer	$125,497
ERP Busin... Level Entry Level Nuclear Engineer	$145,284
ERP Busin... Level Entry Level Nuclear Engineer	$180,120

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How Do Entry Level Nuclear Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Entry Level Nuclear Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $101,440.
California: $101,056.
Massachusetts: $99,709.

District of Columbia $101,440 California $101,056 Massachusetts $99,709 Washington $99,342 New Jersey $99,306 Alaska $99,177 Connecticut $97,913 New York $97,400

Hawaii $95,760 Rhode Island $94,990 Maryland $94,468 Minnesota $93,754 Colorado $93,479 Illinois $93,387 Oregon $93,039 Delaware $92,782

New Hampshire $92,621 Virginia $92,260 Pennsylvania $91,207 Nevada $90,675 North Dakota $90,501 Michigan $90,226 Wisconsin $90,126 Vermont $89,924

Texas $89,365 Maine $89,328 Arizona $89,273 Ohio $89,209 Georgia $88,366 Indiana $87,945 Wyoming $87,863 Utah $87,734

Iowa $87,679 Kansas $87,240 Louisiana $87,111 North Carolina $87,065 Missouri $87,047 Florida $86,690 Montana $86,497 Nebraska $86,314

Kentucky $86,213 South Carolina $85,847 Tennessee $85,618 Idaho $85,526 New Mexico $84,857 Oklahoma $84,711 Alabama $84,170 South Dakota $83,263

Arkansas $82,769 West Virginia $82,503 Mississippi $81,706

Top Paying Cities for Entry Level Nuclear Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $101,440
Washington: $101,440
Naval Anacost Annex: $101,440

Parcel Return Service, DC $101,440 Washington, DC $101,440 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $101,440 Washington Navy Yard, DC $101,440

Entry Level Nuclear Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Entry Level Nuclear Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on February 01, 2026

$93,392

Average $101,440/year

$109,800

$7,783

Average $8,453/month

$9,150

$1,796

Average $1,951/week

$2,112

$45

Average $49/hour

$53

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$109,800	$9,150	$2,112	$53
Average	$101,440	$8,453	$1,951	$49
25th Percentile	$93,392	$7,783	$1,796	$45

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