What are the main factors that influence a Nuclear Auxiliary Operator's salary?

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

How does experience change A Nuclear Auxiliary Operator's salary?

A Nuclear Auxiliary Operator's salary grows with experience: a Contact Center Representative II - Inbound (1-3 years)earns $40,925, a Contact Center Representative III - Inbound (3-5 years)earns $49,986, a Nuclear Auxiliary Operator (5-7 years)earns $56,450, an Inbound Contact Center Supervisor (7+ years)earns $62,631, an Inbound Contact Center Senior Supervisor (7+ years)earns $74,415,

What are the highest paying states for a Nuclear Auxiliary Operator?

Nuclear Auxiliary Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Nuclear Auxiliary Operator roles are District of Columbia $61,174, California $60,942, Massachusetts $60,130. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Nuclear Auxiliary Operator roles make?

Salaries for Nuclear Auxiliary Operator level roles vary by specialization: Nuclear Operator: $112,440; Nuclear Reactor Operator: $108,673; Nuclear Equipment Operator: $93,278; Nuclear Power Plant Operator: $91,473; Nuclear Plant Control Operator: $72,721.

Nuclear Auxiliary Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Nuclear Auxiliary Operator make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Nuclear Auxiliary Operator in Delaware is $55,953 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

However, a Nuclear Auxiliary Operator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,933
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,784 to $63,270
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,257

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Nuclear Auxiliary Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,270	$5,273	$1,217	$30
Average	$55,953	$4,663	$1,076	$27
25th Percentile	$48,784	$4,065	$938	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Nuclear Auxiliary Operator Salaries

A Nuclear Auxiliary Operator'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 Nuclear Auxiliary Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Nuclear Auxiliary Operator'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): $40,925
Early Career (1-2 years): $49,986
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $56,450
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,631
Expert (over 8 years): $74,415

Levels	Salary
Contact C... Level Nuclear Auxiliary Operator	$40,925
Contact C... Level Nuclear Auxiliary Operator	$49,986
Nuclear A... Level Nuclear Auxiliary Operator	$56,450
Inbound C... Level Nuclear Auxiliary Operator	$62,631
Inbound C... Level Nuclear Auxiliary Operator	$74,415

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How Do Nuclear Auxiliary Operator 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 Nuclear Auxiliary Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $61,174.
California: $60,942.
Massachusetts: $60,130.

District of Columbia $61,174 California $60,942 Massachusetts $60,130 Washington $59,909 New Jersey $59,887 Alaska $59,809 Connecticut $59,047 New York $58,737

Hawaii $57,748 Rhode Island $57,284 Maryland $56,969 Minnesota $56,538 Colorado $56,373 Illinois $56,317 Oregon $56,107 Delaware $55,953

New Hampshire $55,855 Virginia $55,638 Pennsylvania $55,002 Nevada $54,682 North Dakota $54,577 Michigan $54,411 Wisconsin $54,350 Vermont $54,229

Texas $53,892 Maine $53,870 Arizona $53,837 Ohio $53,798 Georgia $53,290 Indiana $53,035 Wyoming $52,986 Utah $52,908

Iowa $52,875 Kansas $52,610 Louisiana $52,533 North Carolina $52,505 Missouri $52,494 Florida $52,278 Montana $52,162 Nebraska $52,052

Kentucky $51,991 South Carolina $51,770 Tennessee $51,632 Idaho $51,577 New Mexico $51,173 Oklahoma $51,085 Alabama $50,759 South Dakota $50,212

Arkansas $49,914 West Virginia $49,754 Mississippi $49,273

Top Paying Cities for Nuclear Auxiliary Operators

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:

Lincoln: $57,909
Little Creek: $57,373
Magnolia: $57,610

Lincoln, DE $57,909 Little Creek, DE $57,373 Magnolia, DE $57,610 Milford, DE $57,909 Marydel, DE $57,157 Millsboro, DE $57,909 Millville, DE $58,295 Milton, DE $57,909

Nassau, DE $57,909 Ocean View, DE $58,295 Rehoboth Beach, DE $58,295 Seaford, DE $57,301 Selbyville, DE $58,295 Smyrna, DE $57,091 Viola, DE $57,610 Woodside, DE $57,444

Bear, DE $56,671 Newark, DE $56,693 Claymont, DE $56,737 Delaware City, DE $56,693 Hockessin, DE $56,737 Kirkwood, DE $56,693 Middletown, DE $56,975 Montchanin, DE $56,737

New Castle, DE $56,737 Odessa, DE $57,052 Port Penn, DE $56,538 Rockland, DE $56,737 Saint Georges, DE $56,693 Townsend, DE $56,969 Winterthur, DE $56,737 Lewes, DE $57,909

Wilmington, DE $56,737 Dover, DE $57,345 Dover Afb, DE $57,478 Bethany Beach, DE $58,295 Bethel, DE $57,301 Bridgeville, DE $57,909 Camden Wyoming, DE $57,406 Cheswold, DE $57,212

Clayton, DE $57,069 Dagsboro, DE $58,295 Delmar, DE $57,301 Ellendale, DE $57,909 Felton, DE $57,909 Fenwick Island, DE $58,295 Frankford, DE $58,295 Frederica, DE $57,909

Georgetown, DE $57,909 Greenwood, DE $57,909 Harbeson, DE $57,909 Harrington, DE $57,909 Hartly, DE $57,041 Houston, DE $57,909 Kenton, DE $57,069 Laurel, DE $57,301

Yorklyn, DE $56,737

Nuclear Auxiliary Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Nuclear Auxiliary Operator'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.

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$48,784

Average $55,953/year

$63,270

$4,065

Average $4,663/month

$5,273

$938

Average $1,076/week

$1,217

$23

Average $27/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,270	$5,273	$1,217	$30
Average	$55,953	$4,663	$1,076	$27
25th Percentile	$48,784	$4,065	$938	$23

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