How much does a nuclear power reactor operator make in New York?
$129,600a year
Median yearly pay for nuclear power reactor operators in New York. That is $62.30 an hour or $10,800 a month.
- Hourly
- $62.30
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 5
- Jobs in the state
- 230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $102,100Median: $129,600Highest 10%: $158,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $102,100 | $49.07 | |
| 25th | $121,300 | $58.32 | |
| Median | $129,600 | $62.30 | |
| 75th | $142,600 | $68.54 | |
| 90th | $158,100 | $76.00 |
Cities in New York
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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nuclear power reactor operator make an hour in New York?
The median hourly pay in New York is $62.30 ($129,600 a year).
Do nuclear power reactor operators make more in New York than the national average?
Yes: $129,600 against $122,900 nationally, 5% more.
Where does New York rank for nuclear power reactor operator pay?
New York ranks 1 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.