As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Nuclear Scientist in Agar, SD is $66,506, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,279 weekly, or $5,542 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 Agar, SD vary widely, spanning from $52,400 to $77,959. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($59,122) and 75th percentile ($72,501), while top earners (90th percentile) make $77,959 per year. This $13,379 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, Agar Nuclear Scientist often earn 4.9% 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 $52,400 Agar, SD June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Nuclear Scientist Salary $59,122 Agar, SD June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Nuclear Scientist Salary $66,506 Agar, SD June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Nuclear Scientist Salary $72,501 Agar, SD June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Nuclear Scientist Salary $77,959 Agar, SD June 01, 2026
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    Nuclear Scientist

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Physicist II

    2 - 4 years experience
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About Agar, South Dakota    Agar is a small town in Sully County, South Dakota, United States. The population was 76 as of the 2010 census. Agar is a farm/ranch service center wi....More

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