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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Nuclear Pharmacy Technician in Colorado is $153,539 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.
However, a Nuclear Pharmacy Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Nuclear Pharmacy Technician Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $162,219 | $13,518 | $3,120 | $78 |
| Average | $153,539 | $12,795 | $2,953 | $74 |
| 25th Percentile | $147,051 | $12,254 | $2,828 | $71 |
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A Nuclear Pharmacy Technician'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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Nuclear Pharmacy Technician'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Nuclear P... Level Nuclear Pharmacy Technician | $154,891 |
| Pharmacy ... Level Nuclear Pharmacy Technician | $126,396 |
| Pharmacy ... Level Nuclear Pharmacy Technician | $184,297 |
| Pharmacy ... Level Nuclear Pharmacy Technician | $208,093 |
| Pharmacy ... Level Nuclear Pharmacy Technician | $255,037 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Pharmacy Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Nuclear Pharmacy Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 122% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Nuclear Pharmacy Technician positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Nuclear Pharmacy Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmaceuticals | $214,954 | $103.0 | 40% |
| Financial Services | $199,600 | $96.0 | 30% |
| Energy & Utilities | $187,317 | $90.0 | 22% |
| Biotechnology | $171,963 | $83.0 | 12% |
| Healthcare | $161,216 | $78.0 | 5% |
Understanding how a Nuclear Pharmacy Technician'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $162,219 | $13,518 | $3,120 | $78 |
| Average | $153,539 | $12,795 | $2,953 | $74 |
| 25th Percentile | $147,051 | $12,254 | $2,828 | $71 |
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