What are the main factors that influence a Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist's salary?

A Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist's salary grows with experience: a Nuclear Medicine Scanning Technician (0-0 years)earns $106,549, a Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist (0-2 years)earns $108,028, a Nuclear Medicine Lab Senior Technologist (2-4 years)earns $120,695, a Nuclear Laboratory Technologist Leader (3-5 years)earns $121,111, a Head Nuclear Medical Technologist (5+ years)earns $139,083,

What are the highest paying states for a Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist?

Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist roles are District of Columbia $108,100, California $107,700, Massachusetts $106,200. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist roles make?

Salaries for Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist level roles vary by specialization: Head Nuclear Medical Technologist: $125,700; Chief Nuclear Medicine Technologist: $125,617; Nuclear Laboratory Technologist Leader: $109,400; Nuclear Medicine Supervisor: $109,385; Nuclear Medicine Lab Senior Technologist: $109,100.

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Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist make in District of Columbia?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist in District of Columbia is $108,100 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

However, a Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $125,676
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $95,900 to $117,300
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $84,793

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Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$117,300	$9,775	$2,256	$56
Average	$108,100	$9,008	$2,079	$52
25th Percentile	$95,900	$7,992	$1,844	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist Salaries

A Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Nuclear Medicine Scanning Technician (0-0 years): $106,549
Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist (0-2 years): $108,028
Nuclear Medicine Lab Senior Technologist (2-4 years): $120,695
Nuclear Laboratory Technologist Leader (3-5 years): $121,111
Head Nuclear Medical Technologist (5+ years): $139,083

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Nuclear Medicine Scanning Technician	0-0 years	$106,549
Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist	0-2 years	$108,028
Nuclear Medicine Lab Senior Technologist	2-4 years	$120,695
Nuclear Laboratory Technologist Leader	3-5 years	$121,111
Head Nuclear Medical Technologist	5+ years	$139,083

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How Do Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $108,100.
California: $107,700.
Massachusetts: $106,200.

District of Columbia $108,100 California $107,700 Massachusetts $106,200 Washington $105,800 New Jersey $105,800 Alaska $105,700 Connecticut $104,300 New York $103,800

Hawaii $102,000 Rhode Island $101,200 Maryland $100,700 Minnesota $99,900 Colorado $99,600 Illinois $99,500 Oregon $99,100 Delaware $98,900

New Hampshire $98,700 Virginia $98,300 Pennsylvania $97,200 Nevada $96,600 North Dakota $96,400 Michigan $96,100 Wisconsin $96,000 Vermont $95,800

Maine $95,200 Texas $95,200 Arizona $95,100 Ohio $95,100 Georgia $94,200 Indiana $93,700 Wyoming $93,600 Utah $93,500

Iowa $93,400 Kansas $93,000 Missouri $92,800 Louisiana $92,800 North Carolina $92,800 Florida $92,400 Montana $92,200 Nebraska $92,000

Kentucky $91,900 South Carolina $91,500 Tennessee $91,200 Idaho $91,100 New Mexico $90,400 Oklahoma $90,300 Alabama $89,700 South Dakota $88,700

Arkansas $88,200 West Virginia $87,900 Mississippi $87,100

Top Paying Cities for Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologists

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $107,500
Washington: $107,500
Naval Anacost Annex: $107,500

Parcel Return Service, DC $107,500 Washington, DC $107,500 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $107,500 Washington Navy Yard, DC $107,500

Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $121,638. While startup companies pay approximate $103,315.

Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$103,315
Growth Stage	51~500	$109,150
Established	501~5000	$117,569
Enterprise	5000+	$121,638

Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Biotechnology typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$129,720	$62.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$118,910	$57.0	10%

Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$95,900

Average $108,100/year

$117,300

$7,992

Average $9,008/month

$9,775

$1,844

Average $2,079/week

$2,256

$46

Average $52/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$117,300	$9,775	$2,256	$56
Average	$108,100	$9,008	$2,079	$52
25th Percentile	$95,900	$7,992	$1,844	$46

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For a Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Nuclear Medicine Lab Senior Technologist role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $120,700 - a projected growth of 12% over your current level.

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