How much does a nuclear power reactor operator make in Alabama?
$119,000a year
Median yearly pay for nuclear power reactor operators in Alabama. That is $57.21 an hour or $9,917 a month.
- Hourly
- $57.21
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 5
- Jobs in the state
- 360
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $105,100Median: $119,000Highest 10%: $160,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $105,100 | $50.50 | |
| 25th | $115,500 | $55.54 | |
| Median | $119,000 | $57.21 | |
| 75th | $146,100 | $70.26 | |
| 90th | $160,800 | $77.29 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for nuclear power reactor operators.
| 1. New York | $129,600 |
| 2. Illinois | $124,000 |
| 3. Alabama | $119,000 |
| 4. South Carolina | $118,600 |
| 5. Nebraska | $108,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nuclear power reactor operator make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $57.21 ($119,000 a year).
Do nuclear power reactor operators make more in Alabama than the national average?
No: $119,000 against $122,900 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Alabama rank for nuclear power reactor operator pay?
Alabama ranks 3 of 5 states.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.