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

A Reactor Operator's salary grows with experience: a Nuclear Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $85,291, a Reactor Operator (2-4 years)earns $99,699, a Nuclear Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $120,917, a Nuclear Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $146,071, a Nuclear Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $168,682,

What are the highest paying states for a Reactor Operator?

Reactor Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Reactor Operator roles are District of Columbia $108,451, California $108,039, Massachusetts $106,599. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Reactor Operator roles make?

Salaries for Reactor Operator level roles vary by specialization: Reactor Engineer: $112,142; Nuclear Reactor Operator: $108,673; Nuclear Power Reactor Operator: $66,118; Senior Reactor Operator: $56,223; Operator, Assembly Operator: $55,883.

Reactor Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Reactor Operator make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Reactor Operator in Delaware is $99,194 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $110,525
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $91,921 to $105,125
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $85,299

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Reactor Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,125	$8,760	$2,022	$51
Average	$99,194	$8,266	$1,908	$48
25th Percentile	$91,921	$7,660	$1,768	$44

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Key Factors That Influence Reactor Operator Salaries

A Reactor 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 Reactor Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Reactor 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): $85,291
Early Career (1-2 years): $99,699
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $120,917
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $146,071
Expert (over 8 years): $168,682

Levels	Salary
Nuclear E... Level Reactor Operator	$85,291
Reactor O... Level Reactor Operator	$99,699
Nuclear E... Level Reactor Operator	$120,917
Nuclear E... Level Reactor Operator	$146,071
Nuclear E... Level Reactor Operator	$168,682

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

District of Columbia: $108,451.
California: $108,039.
Massachusetts: $106,599.

District of Columbia $108,451 California $108,039 Massachusetts $106,599 Washington $106,208 New Jersey $106,168 Alaska $106,031 Connecticut $104,680 New York $104,131

Hawaii $102,378 Rhode Island $101,555 Maryland $100,997 Minnesota $100,233 Colorado $99,939 Illinois $99,841 Oregon $99,469 Delaware $99,194

New Hampshire $99,022 Virginia $98,636 Pennsylvania $97,510 Nevada $96,942 North Dakota $96,755 Michigan $96,462 Wisconsin $96,354 Vermont $96,138

Texas $95,541 Maine $95,502 Arizona $95,443 Ohio $95,374 Georgia $94,473 Indiana $94,023 Wyoming $93,934 Utah $93,797

Iowa $93,739 Kansas $93,268 Louisiana $93,131 North Carolina $93,082 Missouri $93,063 Florida $92,681 Montana $92,475 Nebraska $92,279

Kentucky $92,171 South Carolina $91,780 Tennessee $91,535 Idaho $91,437 New Mexico $90,722 Oklahoma $90,565 Alabama $89,987 South Dakota $89,017

Arkansas $88,488 West Virginia $88,204 Mississippi $87,352

Top Paying Cities for Reactor 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: $98,748
Little Creek: $99,471
Magnolia: $99,328

Lincoln, DE $98,748 Little Creek, DE $99,471 Magnolia, DE $99,328 Milford, DE $98,998 Marydel, DE $99,161 Millsboro, DE $98,333 Millville, DE $98,485 Milton, DE $98,656

Nassau, DE $98,727 Ocean View, DE $98,469 Rehoboth Beach, DE $98,658 Seaford, DE $98,713 Selbyville, DE $98,305 Smyrna, DE $99,539 Viola, DE $99,081 Woodside, DE $99,347

Bear, DE $99,118 Newark, DE $99,081 Claymont, DE $99,284 Delaware City, DE $99,180 Hockessin, DE $99,072 Kirkwood, DE $99,161 Middletown, DE $99,199 Montchanin, DE $99,094

New Castle, DE $99,109 Odessa, DE $99,248 Port Penn, DE $99,315 Rockland, DE $99,104 Saint Georges, DE $99,168 Townsend, DE $99,321 Winterthur, DE $99,116 Lewes, DE $98,694

Wilmington, DE $99,077 Dover, DE $99,471 Dover Afb, DE $98,947 Bethany Beach, DE $98,365 Bethel, DE $98,467 Bridgeville, DE $98,699 Camden Wyoming, DE $99,190 Cheswold, DE $99,438

Clayton, DE $99,441 Dagsboro, DE $98,296 Delmar, DE $98,138 Ellendale, DE $98,436 Felton, DE $98,991 Fenwick Island, DE $98,318 Frankford, DE $98,146 Frederica, DE $99,089

Georgetown, DE $98,259 Greenwood, DE $98,714 Harbeson, DE $98,364 Harrington, DE $98,865 Hartly, DE $99,173 Houston, DE $98,724 Kenton, DE $99,446 Laurel, DE $98,200

Yorklyn, DE $99,101

Reactor Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Reactor 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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$91,921

Average $99,194/year

$105,125

$7,660

Average $8,266/month

$8,760

$1,768

Average $1,908/week

$2,022

$44

Average $48/hour

$51

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,125	$8,760	$2,022	$51
Average	$99,194	$8,266	$1,908	$48
25th Percentile	$91,921	$7,660	$1,768	$44

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