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

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 $100,628, a Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist (0-2 years)earns $101,986, a Nuclear Medicine Lab Senior Technologist (2-4 years)earns $113,965, a Nuclear Laboratory Technologist Leader (3-5 years)earns $114,330, a Head Nuclear Medical Technologist (5+ years)earns $131,267,

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: $125,600; Chief Nuclear Medicine Technologist: $125,590; Nuclear Laboratory Technologist Leader: $109,400; Nuclear Laboratory Technologist Supervisor: $109,386; Nuclear Medicine Lab Senior Technologist: $109,100.

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Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist make in Hawaii?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist in Hawaii is $102,000 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $118,621
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $90,500 to $110,700
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $80,030

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Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$110,700	$9,225	$2,129	$53
Average	$102,000	$8,500	$1,962	$49
25th Percentile	$90,500	$7,542	$1,740	$44

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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): $100,628
Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist (0-2 years): $101,986
Nuclear Medicine Lab Senior Technologist (2-4 years): $113,965
Nuclear Laboratory Technologist Leader (3-5 years): $114,330
Head Nuclear Medical Technologist (5+ years): $131,267

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Nuclear Medicine Scanning Technician	0-0 years	$100,628
Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist	0-2 years	$101,986
Nuclear Medicine Lab Senior Technologist	2-4 years	$113,965
Nuclear Laboratory Technologist Leader	3-5 years	$114,330
Head Nuclear Medical Technologist	5+ years	$131,267

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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 $105,900 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:

Aiea: $101,500
Anahola: $100,800
Captain Cook: $100,800

Aiea, HI $101,500 Anahola, HI $100,800 Captain Cook, HI $100,800 Eleele, HI $100,800 Ewa Beach, HI $101,500 Kapolei, HI $101,300 Haiku, HI $100,800 Hakalau, HI $100,800

Haleiwa, HI $100,800 Hana, HI $100,800 Hanalei, HI $100,800 Hanamaulu, HI $100,800 Hanapepe, HI $100,800 Hauula, HI $101,100 Hawaii National Park, HI $100,800 Hawi, HI $100,800

Hilo, HI $100,800 Princeville, HI $100,800 Holualoa, HI $100,800 Honaunau, HI $100,800 Honokaa, HI $100,800 Honomu, HI $100,800 Hoolehua, HI $100,800 Kaaawa, HI $101,200

Kahuku, HI $100,800 Kahului, HI $100,800 Kailua, HI $101,500 Ocean View, HI $100,800 Waikoloa, HI $100,800 Keauhou, HI $100,800 Kailua Kona, HI $100,800 Kalaheo, HI $100,800

Kalaupapa, HI $100,800 Kamuela, HI $100,800 Kaneohe, HI $101,500 Kapaa, HI $100,800 Kaumakani, HI $100,800 Kaunakakai, HI $100,800 Keaau, HI $100,800 Kealakekua, HI $100,800

Kealia, HI $100,800 Kekaha, HI $100,800 Kihei, HI $100,800 Kilauea, HI $100,800 Kapaau, HI $100,800 Koloa, HI $100,800 Kualapuu, HI $100,800 Kunia, HI $101,200

Kurtistown, HI $100,800 Lahaina, HI $100,800 Laie, HI $100,900 Lanai City, HI $100,800 Laupahoehoe, HI $100,800 Lawai, HI $100,800 Lihue, HI $100,800 Makawao, HI $100,800

Makaweli, HI $100,800 Maunaloa, HI $100,800 Mountain View, HI $100,800 Naalehu, HI $100,800 Ninole, HI $100,800 Ookala, HI $100,800 Paauilo, HI $100,800 Pahala, HI $100,800

Pahoa, HI $100,800 Paia, HI $100,800 Papaaloa, HI $100,800 Papaikou, HI $100,800 Pearl City, HI $101,500 Pepeekeo, HI $100,800 Puunene, HI $100,800 Volcano, HI $100,800

Wahiawa, HI $101,200 Pukalani, HI $100,800 Mililani, HI $101,300 Kula, HI $100,800 Waialua, HI $100,800 Waianae, HI $100,900 Wailuku, HI $100,800 Waimanalo, HI $101,500

Waimea, HI $100,800 Waipahu, HI $101,500 Honolulu, HI $101,500 J B P H H, HI $101,500 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $101,200 Schofield Barracks, HI $101,200 Fort Shafter, HI $101,500 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $101,500

Camp H M Smith, HI $101,500 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $101,500 Wake Island, HI $101,500

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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$90,500

Average $102,000/year

$110,700

$7,542

Average $8,500/month

$9,225

$1,740

Average $1,962/week

$2,129

$44

Average $49/hour

$53

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$110,700	$9,225	$2,129	$53
Average	$102,000	$8,500	$1,962	$49
25th Percentile	$90,500	$7,542	$1,740	$44

Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist Salary Growth & Career Path

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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 $114,000 - a projected growth of 12% over your current level.

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