Nuclear Technicians Salary (2025)
Based on 6,470 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $73,150 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $99,110 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $110,240 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $123,990 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $133,600 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$73K
25th
$99K
Median
$110K
75th
$124K
90th
$134K
Highest Paying States for Nuclear Technicians
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New York | $136,950 |
| Florida | $121,650 |
| Pennsylvania | $121,060 |
| Texas | $116,620 |
| Alabama | $114,020 |
| North Carolina | $113,240 |
| Washington | $108,370 |
| South Carolina | $108,360 |
| Illinois | $105,680 |
| Virginia | $105,290 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Nuclear Technicians salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New York at an average of $136,950 per year, while Virginia has an average of $105,290 — a difference of $31,660. 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 Technicians
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6,470 workers were employed as Nuclear Technicianss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations. The annual mean wage of $108,940 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 19-4051