Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary in Arkansas

How much does a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist make in Arkansas?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist in Arkansas is $88,643 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $103,882
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $79,823 to $96,620
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,793
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Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $96,620 $8,052 $1,858 $46
Average $88,643 $7,387 $1,705 $43
25th Percentile $79,823 $6,652 $1,535 $38
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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 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): $85,795
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $86,981
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $97,182
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $97,514
  • Expert (over 8 years): $111,981
Levels Salary
Nuclear M... Level Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist$85,795
Certified... Level Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist$86,981
Nuclear M... Level Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist$97,182
Nuclear L... Level Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist$97,514
Chief Nuc... Level Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist$111,981
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$86,981 < 2 yrs
$97,182 2-4 yrs
$97,514 5-8 yrs
$111,981 > 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:

  • Star City: $87,192
  • Wesley: $88,548
  • West Fork: $89,110

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$106,372$51.020%
Pharmaceuticals$97,507$47.010%

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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$79,823
Average $88,643/year
$96,620
$6,652
Average $7,387/month
$8,052
$1,535
Average $1,705/week
$1,858
$38
Average $43/hour
$46
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $96,620 $8,052 $1,858 $46
Average $88,643 $7,387 $1,705 $43
25th Percentile $79,823 $6,652 $1,535 $38

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