Nuclear Engineers Salary in Illinois
Ranked #6 of 19 · IL
0.8% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $139,280 ≈ $67/hr
Median annual salary $134,510
Employment 1,040
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $102,890P25 $112,260 Median $134,510P75 $162,440P90 $171,060
About 80% of nuclear engineerss in Illinois earn between $102,890 and $171,060. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean nuclear engineers salary in Illinois is $139,280, about 0.8% below the U.S. average ($140,420). That works out to roughly $67/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $134,510 | $141,630 | 710 |