As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Nuclear Scientist in Adams, OR is $75,488, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,452 weekly, or $6,291 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Nuclear Scientist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Nuclear Scientist in Adams, OR vary widely, spanning from $59,498 to $88,494. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($67,118) and 75th percentile ($82,296), while top earners (90th percentile) make $88,494 per year. This $15,178 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Calibration, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Adams Nuclear Scientist often earn 3.4% lower than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Nuclear Scientist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Nuclear Scientist Salary $59,498 Adams, OR July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Nuclear Scientist Salary $67,118 Adams, OR July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Nuclear Scientist Salary $75,488 Adams, OR July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Nuclear Scientist Salary $82,296 Adams, OR July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Nuclear Scientist Salary $88,494 Adams, OR July 01, 2026
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    Nuclear Scientist

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    Bachelor's Degree

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About Adams, Oregon    Adams is a city in Umatilla County, Oregon, United States, located about 13 miles (21 km) northeast of Pendleton on Oregon Route 11. The population w....More

Adams, Oregon  area prices were up 2.9% from a year ago

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