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Nuclear Engineers average salary by city in North Carolina
- Raleigh$139,660
- Charlotte$136,550
- Wilmington$129,880
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh | $139,660 | $130,300 | $129,550 | $101,660 | 98 |
| Charlotte | $136,550 | $131,850 | $131,050 | $99,658 | 97 |
| Wilmington | $129,880 | $129,710 | $99,660 | $95,365 | 96 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Nuclear Engineers salary in other states
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 17-2161.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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