Nuclear Medicine Technologists Salary (2025)
Based on 17,080 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $78,080 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $86,720 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $101,370 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $117,120 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $134,500 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$78K
25th
$87K
Median
$101K
75th
$117K
90th
$135K
Highest Paying States for Nuclear Medicine Technologists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $160,110 |
| Washington | $127,880 |
| New Jersey | $122,290 |
| District of Columbia | $121,850 |
| Hawaii | $121,430 |
| Oregon | $118,570 |
| Massachusetts | $117,860 |
| New York | $116,660 |
| Connecticut | $116,440 |
| Colorado | $116,200 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Nuclear Medicine Technologists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $160,110 per year, while Colorado has an average of $116,200 — a difference of $43,910. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Nuclear Medicine Technologists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 17,080 workers were employed as Nuclear Medicine Technologistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations. The annual mean wage of $105,160 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 29-2033