California, CA · 2026
Nuclear Engineers Salary in California (2026)
Average across 3 cities · Based on BLS data · Updated 2026
State Average
$182,300
per year
State Median
$180,160
per year
vs National Average
+44%
national avg: $126,950
25th %ile
$144,318
Entry
Average
$182,300
State avg
75th %ile
$204,917
Senior
Nuclear Engineers Salary by City in California
| City | Avg Salary | vs State Avg | YoY Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CA | $198,549 | +9% | +5.5% |
| Los Angeles, CA | $182,554 | +0% | +2.9% |
| San Diego, CA | $165,796 | -9% | +5.9% |
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