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Nuclear Medicine Technologists Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Nuclear Medicine Technologists make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$162,380
Median Annual Salary
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+4.6% vs 2024
$160,110
Mean Salary
$162,380
Median Salary
$78.07
Hourly Rate
1,500 people work as Nuclear Medicine Technologists in California
Nuclear Medicine Technologists salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in California earn a median salary of $162,380 per year ($13,531/month).
This is 59.8% above the national average of $101,588.
California ranks #1 out of 49 states for Nuclear Medicine Technologists pay.
Approximately 1,500 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 4.6% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Nuclear Medicine Technologists
Prepare, administer, and measure radioactive isotopes in therapeutic, diagnostic, and tracer studies using a variety of radioisotope equipment. Prepare stock solutions of radioactive materials and calculate doses to be administered by radiologists. Subject patients to radiation. Execute blood volume, red cell survival, and fat absorption studies following standard laboratory techniques.
Top Skills
Critical Thinking
3.88
Active Listening
3.75
Speaking
3.75
Reading Comprehension
3.5
Writing
3.5
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.66
Biology
4.0
English Language
3.93
Physics
3.92
Medicine and Dentistry
3.82
Typical Education: Associate's Degree
(62.6% of workers)
Salary Range: Nuclear Medicine Technologists in California
Salaries for Nuclear Medicine Technologists in California range from $122,760 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $200,990 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $136,820 and $178,190.
How much do Nuclear Medicine Technologists make in California?
The median annual salary for Nuclear Medicine Technologists in California is $162,380 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $160,110.
What is the salary range for a Nuclear Medicine Technologists in California?
Salaries for Nuclear Medicine Technologists in California range from $122,760 at the 10th percentile to $200,990 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $136,820 and $178,190.
What is the starting salary for a Nuclear Medicine Technologists in California?
Entry-level Nuclear Medicine Technologists positions in California typically start around $122,760 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $136,820 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Nuclear Medicine Technologists in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,500 people are employed as Nuclear Medicine Technologists in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Nuclear Medicine Technologists in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Nuclear Medicine Technologists in California is approximately $78.07 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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