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Average Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary

$41.40/hour

The average salary for a Nuclear Medicine Technologist in California is $41.40 per hour. This is 35% lower than the US average of $55.71.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Nuclear Medicine Technologist salaries in California compared to National Averages

$41.40/hour

California

35% lower than the US average.

$55.71/hour

United States

How does the pay for Nuclear Medicine Technologists in California compare to nearby states?

Only Colorado reports pay data for Nuclear Medicine Technologists, averaging $32 per hour. Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $45. For comparison, the California average for Nuclear Medicine Technologists is $41 per hour — Colorado pays 23% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Colorado	$32	$45

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in California?

Adventist Health pays Nuclear Medicine Technologists the most, averaging $69 per hour, followed by Community Medical Centers ($66) and Medical Solutions Direct Hire ($63). Adventist Health also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $72. For comparison, the California average for Nuclear Medicine Technologists is $41 per hour — Adventist Health pays 66% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Adventist Health	$69	$72
Community Medical Centers	$66	$66
Medical Solutions Direct Hire	$63	$63
Tenet North Cal	$57	$57

Last updated on October 1, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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