How much does a Nuclear Scientist make in Reno, NV?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Nuclear Scientist in Reno, NV is $77,186. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $58,261 to a high of $93,261, with most professionals earning between $67,280 and $85,601.

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 $58,261 Reno,NV March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Nuclear Scientist Salary $67,280 Reno,NV March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Nuclear Scientist Salary $77,186 Reno,NV March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Nuclear Scientist Salary $85,601 Reno,NV March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Nuclear Scientist Salary $93,261 Reno,NV March 01, 2025
25% $67,280 10% $58,261 90% $93,261 75% $85,601 $77,186 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Nuclear Scientist

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Physicist II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Reno, Nevada    Reno (/ˈriːnoʊ/ REE-noh) is a city in the U.S. state of Nevada, located in the northwestern part of the state, approximately 22 miles (35 km) from Lak....More

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