Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary in the United States

How much does a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist in the United States is $98,122 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $114,990
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $88,359 to $106,951
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $79,470
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Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $106,951 $8,913 $2,057 $51
Average $98,122 $8,177 $1,887 $47
25th Percentile $88,359 $7,363 $1,699 $42
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Key Factors That Influence Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salaries

A Certified Nuclear Medicine 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Certified Nuclear Medicine 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $94,969
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $96,282
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $107,574
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $107,941
  • Expert (over 8 years): $123,955
Levels Salary
Nuclear M... Level Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist$94,969
Certified... Level Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist$96,282
Nuclear M... Level Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist$107,574
Nuclear L... Level Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist$107,941
Chief Nuc... Level Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist$123,955
$94,969 0 yr
$96,282 < 2 yrs
$107,574 2-4 yrs
$107,941 5-8 yrs
$123,955 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Certified Nuclear Medicine 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:

  • San Jose: $123,761
  • San Francisco: $122,406
  • Oakland: $119,826

What Skills Can Increase a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Initiative (Mentioned in 1.82% Job Postings): Taking decisive action and initiating plans independently to address problems, improve professional life, and achieve goals.
  • Radiation Safety (Mentioned in 2.83% Job Postings): Establishing and maintaining safety standards in handling radioactive materials to reduce unnecessary and harmful effects of radiation exposure.
  • Geriatrics (Mentioned in 1.42% Job Postings): Geriatrics, or geriatric medicine, is a medical specialty focused on providing care for the unique health needs of older adults. The term geriatrics originates from the Greek geron meaning "old man", and iatros meaning "healer".
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Initiative 1.82%
Radiation Safety 2.83%
Geriatrics 1.42%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist's salary.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Agility: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Ansible: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Analysis
 $113,821
16%
Agility
 $113,821
16%
Ansible
 $106,952
9%
Delegating
 $105,971
8%
Patient Assessment
 $105,971
8%
Professional Communication
 $104,009
6%
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Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Certified Nuclear Medicine 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, Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Biotechnology typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$117,746$57.020%
Pharmaceuticals$107,934$52.010%

How Education impacts a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologists enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist with a Bachelor's Degree is between $91,023 and $96,257).

Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 10.1%
High School 10.1%
Associates 36.1%
Bachelors 50.7%
Masters 2.8%
Doctorate 0.3%
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Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Certified Nuclear Medicine 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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$88,359
Average $98,122/year
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Average $8,177/month
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Average $1,887/week
$2,057
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Average $47/hour
$51
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $106,951 $8,913 $2,057 $51
Average $98,122 $8,177 $1,887 $47
25th Percentile $88,359 $7,363 $1,699 $42

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Salary Trends for Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Salaries for a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $91,658 in 2023 to around $87,193 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist salary trends, .

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