What are the main factors that influence a Certified Nuclear Medicine 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 Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist?

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

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

A Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist's salary grows with experience: a Nuclear Medicine Technician (0-0 years)earns $99,255, a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (0-2 years)earns $100,633, a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Sr. (2-4 years)earns $112,432, a Nuclear Laboratory Technologist Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $112,820, a Chief Nuclear Medicine Technologist (5+ years)earns $129,562,

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

Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist roles are District of Columbia $108,640, California $108,227, Massachusetts $106,785. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Certified Nuclear Medicine 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.

Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary in Hawaii

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist in Hawaii is $102,556 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $120,190
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $92,364 to $111,786
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $83,085

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Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$111,786	$9,316	$2,150	$54
Average	$102,556	$8,546	$1,972	$49
25th Percentile	$92,364	$7,697	$1,776	$44

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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): $99,255
Early Career (1-2 years): $100,633
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $112,432
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $112,820
Expert (over 8 years): $129,562

Levels	Salary
Nuclear M... Level Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist	$99,255
Certified... Level Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist	$100,633
Nuclear M... Level Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist	$112,432
Nuclear L... Level Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist	$112,820
Chief Nuc... Level Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist	$129,562

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How Do Certified Nuclear Medicine 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 Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $108,640.
California: $108,227.
Massachusetts: $106,785.

District of Columbia $108,640 California $108,227 Massachusetts $106,785 Washington $106,393 New Jersey $106,353 Alaska $106,216 Connecticut $104,862 New York $104,312

Hawaii $102,556 Rhode Island $101,732 Maryland $101,173 Minnesota $100,407 Colorado $100,113 Illinois $100,015 Oregon $99,642 Delaware $99,367

New Hampshire $99,194 Virginia $98,808 Pennsylvania $97,679 Nevada $97,110 North Dakota $96,924 Michigan $96,630 Wisconsin $96,522 Vermont $96,306

Texas $95,707 Maine $95,668 Arizona $95,609 Ohio $95,540 Georgia $94,638 Indiana $94,186 Wyoming $94,098 Utah $93,961

Iowa $93,902 Kansas $93,431 Louisiana $93,293 North Carolina $93,244 Missouri $93,225 Florida $92,842 Montana $92,636 Nebraska $92,440

Kentucky $92,332 South Carolina $91,939 Tennessee $91,694 Idaho $91,596 New Mexico $90,880 Oklahoma $90,723 Alabama $90,144 South Dakota $89,172

Arkansas $88,643 West Virginia $88,358 Mississippi $87,504

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:

Aiea: $102,001
Anahola: $100,663
Captain Cook: $100,562

Aiea, HI $102,001 Anahola, HI $100,663 Captain Cook, HI $100,562 Eleele, HI $100,867 Ewa Beach, HI $101,910 Kapolei, HI $101,829 Haiku, HI $100,738 Hakalau, HI $100,512

Haleiwa, HI $101,633 Hana, HI $100,497 Hanalei, HI $100,532 Hanamaulu, HI $100,736 Hanapepe, HI $100,863 Hauula, HI $101,788 Hawaii National Park, HI $100,629 Hawi, HI $100,796

Hilo, HI $100,726 Princeville, HI $100,715 Holualoa, HI $100,602 Honaunau, HI $100,429 Honokaa, HI $100,558 Honomu, HI $100,716 Hoolehua, HI $100,429 Kaaawa, HI $101,821

Kahuku, HI $101,603 Kahului, HI $100,970 Kailua, HI $101,968 Ocean View, HI $100,686 Waikoloa, HI $100,676 Keauhou, HI $100,602 Kailua Kona, HI $100,724 Kalaheo, HI $100,747

Kalaupapa, HI $100,337 Kamuela, HI $100,609 Kaneohe, HI $101,947 Kapaa, HI $100,857 Kaumakani, HI $100,911 Kaunakakai, HI $100,549 Keaau, HI $100,795 Kealakekua, HI $100,742

Kealia, HI $100,776 Kekaha, HI $100,674 Kihei, HI $100,867 Kilauea, HI $100,717 Kapaau, HI $100,641 Koloa, HI $100,761 Kualapuu, HI $100,519 Kunia, HI $101,797

Kurtistown, HI $100,744 Lahaina, HI $100,763 Laie, HI $101,693 Lanai City, HI $100,519 Laupahoehoe, HI $100,772 Lawai, HI $100,911 Lihue, HI $100,736 Makawao, HI $100,815

Makaweli, HI $100,513 Maunaloa, HI $100,277 Mountain View, HI $100,691 Naalehu, HI $100,488 Ninole, HI $100,420 Ookala, HI $100,452 Paauilo, HI $100,575 Pahala, HI $100,515

Pahoa, HI $100,649 Paia, HI $100,768 Papaaloa, HI $100,786 Papaikou, HI $100,577 Pearl City, HI $101,927 Pepeekeo, HI $100,772 Puunene, HI $100,970 Volcano, HI $100,629

Wahiawa, HI $101,752 Pukalani, HI $100,815 Mililani, HI $101,875 Kula, HI $100,607 Waialua, HI $101,578 Waianae, HI $101,672 Wailuku, HI $100,813 Waimanalo, HI $101,949

Waimea, HI $100,902 Waipahu, HI $101,883 Honolulu, HI $102,036 J B P H H, HI $102,018 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $101,807 Schofield Barracks, HI $101,778 Fort Shafter, HI $102,036 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $102,036

Camp H M Smith, HI $102,013 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $101,914 Wake Island, HI $102,036

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	$123,067	$59.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$112,812	$54.0	10%

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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$92,364

Average $102,556/year

$111,786

$7,697

Average $8,546/month

$9,316

$1,776

Average $1,972/week

$2,150

$44

Average $49/hour

$54

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$111,786	$9,316	$2,150	$54
Average	$102,556	$8,546	$1,972	$49
25th Percentile	$92,364	$7,697	$1,776	$44

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