Nuclear Power Reactor Operators Salary by State and Metro Area
Nuclear Power Reactor Operators in the United States earn a median salary of $122,890/year ($59.08/hr). Salaries range from $98,640 to $149,310 depending on experience. Below, compare salaries across 5 states and 1 metro areas where BLS publishes data.
$99K
10th percentile
$109K
25th percentile
$123K
Median
$130K
75th percentile
$149K
90th percentile
Nuclear Power Reactor Operators salary by state
| State | Median | Hourly | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | $130K | $62.3/hr | 230 |
| Illinois | $124K | $59.6/hr | 410 |
| Alabama | $119K | $57.21/hr | 360 |
| South Carolina | $119K | $57.03/hr | 320 |
| Nebraska | $109K | $52.24/hr | 50 |
Top paying metro areas
| Metro area | Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC | $113K | , |