Nuclear Engineer
H-1B Salary Data · 15 certified filings
$116,389Avg. Salary
$84,094Minimum
$144,552Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Nuclear Engineer is $116,389 — 4% below the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 15 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Nuclear Engineer?
The average H-1B salary for Nuclear Engineer is $116,389 based on 15 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $84,094 to $144,552.
$116,389
Average
$84,094
Minimum
$144,552
Maximum
15
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Nuclear Engineer
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| BATTELLE ENERGY ALLIANCE, LLC | $133,618 | 9 |
| UChicago Argonne LLC | $90,545 | 6 |
Section 2
Nuclear Engineer Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho Falls, ID | $131,038 | 6 |
| Lemont, IL | $90,545 | 6 |
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Section 3
Pay for this role varies by DOL wage level — see the H-1B wage levels I–IV explained with prevailing wage data per level.
Source: US Department of Labor LCA Disclosure Data. Category: Engineering. Updated: Q1 FY2025.