Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary in Massachusetts: $119,437 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Massachusetts's 57 metropolitan areas, the average median nuclear medicine technologist pay sits at $119,437/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-2033. Because Massachusetts sits at BEA RPP 108.5 (9% above the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $110,080 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Boston ($123,450), Newton ($122,457), Cambridge ($120,502).
In Massachusetts, the average median salary for nuclear medicine technologists in 2026 is projected to be $119,436, which is 12.3% higher than the national median of $106,398. The highest paying city in the state is Boston, where the average salary reaches $129,573, while the lowest is Andover at $109,304, resulting in a salary gap of $20,269. This disparity is driven by factors such as the cost of living, the concentration of healthcare facilities, and opportunities for specialization in urban areas like Boston. Massachusetts has specific licensing requirements and scope of practice laws that can impact job responsibilities and potential earnings. The demand for trained professionals in this field is further supported by advancements in medical imaging and an aging population requiring diagnostic services. Currently, there are 958 nuclear medicine technologists employed in the state, with a projected job market growth rate of 4.96% annually. Other cities with notable salaries include Newton at $128,531, Cambridge at $126,479, Lynn at $118,568, and Somerville at $117,016. Understanding these factors is essential for anyone considering a career in this field in Massachusetts.
Massachusetts Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary Range
Overall salary range in Massachusetts: $83,497 (lowest entry-level) to $171,906 (highest top earner)
Massachusetts vs National Average
Massachusetts nuclear medicine technologists earn 12.25% more than the national median (+$13,039/year difference).
Massachusetts Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary Distribution (2026)
Nuclear Medicine Technologist salaries in Massachusetts range from $90,337 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $152,619 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $119,437. The Massachusetts median is $13,039 above the US national median of $106,398. The average hourly rate is $57.42/hr. Approximately 958 nuclear medicine technologists are employed across 57 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$81,277
2025 BLS Actual
$113,792
2026 Current Est.
$119,437
2019–2027 Growth
+54.2%
Salary Trajectory for Nuclear Medicine Technologists in Massachusetts (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 4.96% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $81,277 | Actual |
| 2020 | $83,551 | Actual |
| 2021 | $81,601 | Actual |
| 2022 | $99,880 | Actual |
| 2023 | $103,860 | Actual |
| 2024 | $119,921 | Actual |
| 2025 | $113,792 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $119,437 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $125,361 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Massachusetts metropolitan area, the median nuclear medicine technologist salary grew 40.0% from $81,277 (2019) to $113,792 (2025). At a 4.96% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $125,361 by 2027 — a total increase of $44,084 (54.24%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts
Lowest Paying Cities in Massachusetts
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Andover | $109,304 |
| Leominster | $109,573 |
| Wellesley | $109,672 |
| Chelmsford | $109,734 |
| Woburn | $109,832 |
Best Value Cities for Nuclear Medicine Technologists in Massachusetts
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Massachusetts cities offer the most purchasing power for nuclear medicine technologists.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | $129,573 | 108.266 | $119,680 |
| Newton | $128,531 | 108.5 | $118,462 |
| Cambridge | $126,479 | 108.5 | $116,571 |
| Worcester | $116,925 | 102.523 | $114,048 |
| Lynn | $118,568 | 108.5 | $109,279 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Massachusetts
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $90,337 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $119,437 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $152,619 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Massachusetts metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 57 Cities in Massachusetts
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boston | $129,573 |
| 2 | Newton | $128,531 |
| 3 | Cambridge | $126,479 |
| 4 | Lynn | $118,568 |
| 5 | Somerville | $117,016 |
| 6 | Worcester | $116,925 |
| 7 | Revere | $116,833 |
| 8 | Brockton | $116,432 |
| 9 | Springfield | $116,423 |
| 10 | New Bedford | $116,302 |
| 11 | Plymouth | $116,230 |
| 12 | Malden | $115,810 |
| 13 | Haverhill | $115,791 |
| 14 | Lowell | $115,760 |
| 15 | Framingham | $115,709 |
| 16 | Peabody | $115,554 |
| 17 | Weymouth | $115,206 |
| 18 | Chicopee | $114,859 |
| 19 | Randolph | $114,733 |
| 20 | Quincy | $114,529 |
| 21 | Amherst | $114,393 |
| 22 | Chelsea | $114,383 |
| 23 | Medford | $114,072 |
| 24 | Fall River | $113,962 |
| 25 | Marlborough | $113,962 |
| 26 | Watertown | $113,945 |
| 27 | Pittsfield | $113,864 |
| 28 | Fitchburg | $113,854 |
| 29 | Methuen | $113,811 |
| 30 | Taunton | $113,761 |
| 31 | Arlington | $113,720 |
| 32 | Needham | $113,425 |
| 33 | Westfield | $113,371 |
| 34 | Everett | $113,354 |
| 35 | Holyoke | $112,771 |
| 36 | Beverly | $112,583 |
| 37 | Lawrence | $112,582 |
| 38 | Dartmouth | $112,449 |
| 39 | Waltham | $112,334 |
| 40 | Barnstable | $112,216 |
| 41 | Brookline | $111,969 |
| 42 | Billerica | $111,794 |
| 43 | Braintree | $111,418 |
| 44 | Salem | $111,230 |
| 45 | Natick | $111,158 |
| 46 | Dracut | $110,576 |
| 47 | Lexington | $110,504 |
| 48 | Stoughton | $110,504 |
| 49 | Northampton | $110,496 |
| 50 | Shrewsbury | $110,361 |
| 51 | Franklin | $110,065 |
| 52 | Attleboro | $109,976 |
| 53 | Woburn | $109,832 |
| 54 | Chelmsford | $109,734 |
| 55 | Wellesley | $109,672 |
| 56 | Leominster | $109,573 |
| 57 | Andover | $109,304 |
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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 Massachusetts. State averages are employment-weighted across 57 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, 7-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