Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary in Idaho: $102,812 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Idaho's 16 metropolitan areas, the average median nuclear medicine technologist pay sits at $102,812/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-2033. Because Idaho sits at BEA RPP 95.3 (5% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $107,882 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Boise City ($102,690), Boise ($100,137), Nampa ($99,379).
In Idaho, the average median salary for nuclear medicine technologists in 2026 is projected to be $102,813, which is about 3.4% lower than the national median of $106,398. The salary varies significantly across the state, with the highest paying city, Boise City, offering an average of $107,783, while Mountain Home has the lowest at $95,607. This approximately $12,176 difference can be attributed to factors such as cost of living, local healthcare facilities, and the demand for specialized skills in urban versus rural areas. Idaho has specific licensing requirements and regulations that influence the scope of practice for nuclear medicine technologists. The demand in this field is driven by the aging population and advancements in nuclear medicine technology, contributing to a projected job growth rate of 4.96% annually. As of 2026, there are approximately 248 nuclear medicine technologists employed in the state, with key cities like Boise, Nampa, Idaho Falls, and Coeur d'Alene offering competitive salaries of $105,104, $104,308, $102,596, and $102,348, respectively. Overall, the job market for nuclear medicine technologists in Idaho shows a positive outlook, reflecting both growth and the ongoing need for skilled professionals in healthcare settings.
Idaho Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary Range
Overall salary range in Idaho: $74,378 (lowest entry-level) to $143,416 (highest top earner)
Idaho vs National Average
Idaho nuclear medicine technologists earn 3.37% less than the national median ($-3,586/year difference).
Idaho Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary Distribution (2026)
Nuclear Medicine Technologist salaries in Idaho range from $78,502 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $135,324 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $102,812. The Idaho median is $3,586 below the US national median of $106,398. The average hourly rate is $49.43/hr. Approximately 248 nuclear medicine technologists are employed across 16 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$75,323
2025 BLS Actual
$97,954
2026 Current Est.
$102,812
2019–2027 Growth
+43.3%
Salary Trajectory for Nuclear Medicine Technologists in Idaho (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 4.96% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $75,323 | Actual |
| 2020 | $76,908 | Actual |
| 2021 | $76,106 | Actual |
| 2022 | $98,500 | Actual |
| 2023 | $102,260 | Actual |
| 2024 | $86,226 | Actual |
| 2025 | $97,954 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $102,812 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $107,912 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Idaho metropolitan area, the median nuclear medicine technologist salary grew 30.0% from $75,323 (2019) to $97,954 (2025). At a 4.96% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $107,912 by 2027 — a total increase of $32,589 (43.27%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Idaho metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 4.96% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Idaho
Lowest Paying Cities in Idaho
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Mountain Home | $95,607 |
| Eagle | $96,558 |
| Post Falls | $97,463 |
| Lewiston | $97,510 |
| Kuna | $98,061 |
Best Value Cities for Nuclear Medicine Technologists in Idaho
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Idaho cities offer the most purchasing power for nuclear medicine technologists.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boise | $105,104 | 95.3 | $110,288 |
| Boise City | $107,783 | 98.391 | $109,546 |
| Nampa | $104,308 | 95.3 | $109,452 |
| Idaho Falls | $102,596 | 95.3 | $107,656 |
| Coeur d'Alene | $102,348 | 95.3 | $107,396 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Idaho
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $78,502 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $102,812 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $135,324 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Idaho metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 16 Cities in Idaho
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boise City | $107,783 |
| 2 | Boise | $105,104 |
| 3 | Nampa | $104,308 |
| 4 | Idaho Falls | $102,596 |
| 5 | Coeur d'Alene | $102,348 |
| 6 | Caldwell | $102,194 |
| 7 | Meridian | $101,777 |
| 8 | Pocatello | $101,777 |
| 9 | Twin Falls | $101,046 |
| 10 | Rexburg | $100,445 |
| 11 | Moscow | $98,863 |
| 12 | Kuna | $98,061 |
| 13 | Lewiston | $97,510 |
| 14 | Post Falls | $97,463 |
| 15 | Eagle | $96,558 |
| 16 | Mountain Home | $95,607 |
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Written by Alexandra Chen, MS, CNMT
Career Analyst
Alexandra has 10 years of experience in nuclear medicine. She specializes in PET imaging at a community hospital. She analyzes trends in the nuclear medicine job market.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 4.96% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 nuclear medicine technologist compensation across Idaho. State averages are employment-weighted across 16 metro areas — larger metro areas with more nuclear medicine technologistscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 4-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.96%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for nuclear medicine technologists (SOC 29-2033).
Compiled and verified by Alexandra Chen, MS, CNMT, a licensed nuclear medicine technologist with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov