Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary in Nebraska: $102,908 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Nebraska's 13 metropolitan areas, the average median nuclear medicine technologist pay sits at $102,908/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-2033. Because Nebraska sits at BEA RPP 91.5 (8% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $112,468 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Omaha ($105,610), Lincoln ($104,320), Grand Island ($90,537).
In Nebraska, the average median salary for nuclear medicine technologists in 2026 is projected to be $102,908, which is slightly below the national median of $106,398, creating a difference of 3.3%. The salary range across the state varies significantly, with Omaha offering the highest average at $110,848 and North Platte providing the lowest at $90,529. This salary gap can largely be attributed to factors such as the cost of living, demand for healthcare services, and local infrastructure that supports advanced medical imaging technologies. Nebraska has specific state licensing requirements for nuclear medicine technologists, which include certification and adherence to scope of practice laws that outline the specific duties these professionals can perform. The job market is projected to grow at an annual compound growth rate (CAGR) of 4.96%, indicating increasing demand for skilled technologists in the state. Major cities like Lincoln ($109,494), Grand Island ($95,028), Hastings ($94,981), and Fremont ($94,468) also reflect this upward trend, showing the importance of these roles in maintaining healthcare quality in both urban and rural areas. Overall, the outlook for nuclear medicine technologists in Nebraska remains positive, with evolving technology and increasing healthcare needs driving job opportunities.
Nebraska Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary Range
Overall salary range in Nebraska: $50,213 (lowest entry-level) to $131,735 (highest top earner)
Nebraska vs National Average
Nebraska nuclear medicine technologists earn 3.28% less than the national median ($-3,490/year difference).
Nebraska Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary Distribution (2026)
Nuclear Medicine Technologist salaries in Nebraska range from $71,873 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $126,887 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $102,908. The Nebraska median is $3,490 below the US national median of $106,398. The average hourly rate is $49.47/hr. Approximately 176 nuclear medicine technologists are employed across 13 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$72,680
2025 BLS Actual
$98,045
2026 Current Est.
$102,908
2019–2027 Growth
+48.6%
Salary Trajectory for Nuclear Medicine Technologists in Nebraska (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 4.96% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $72,680 | Actual |
| 2020 | $75,800 | Actual |
| 2021 | $75,380 | Actual |
| 2022 | $86,130 | Actual |
| 2023 | $101,310 | Actual |
| 2024 | $85,426 | Actual |
| 2025 | $98,045 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $102,908 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $108,012 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Nebraska metropolitan area, the median nuclear medicine technologist salary grew 34.9% from $72,680 (2019) to $98,045 (2025). At a 4.96% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $108,012 by 2027 — a total increase of $35,332 (48.61%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Nebraska 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 Nebraska
Lowest Paying Cities in Nebraska
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| North Platte | $90,529 |
| Papillion | $90,558 |
| La Vista | $90,653 |
| Norfolk | $90,668 |
| Columbus | $90,909 |
Best Value Cities for Nuclear Medicine Technologists in Nebraska
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Nebraska cities offer the most purchasing power for nuclear medicine technologists.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha | $110,848 | 91.911 | $120,604 |
| Lincoln | $109,494 | 91.581 | $119,560 |
| Grand Island | $95,028 | 91.5 | $103,856 |
| Hastings | $94,981 | 91.5 | $103,804 |
| Fremont | $94,468 | 91.5 | $103,244 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Nebraska
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $71,873 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $102,908 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $126,887 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Nebraska metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 13 Cities in Nebraska
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Omaha | $110,848 |
| 2 | Lincoln | $109,494 |
| 3 | Grand Island | $95,028 |
| 4 | Hastings | $94,981 |
| 5 | Fremont | $94,468 |
| 6 | Bellevue | $94,272 |
| 7 | Kearney | $93,750 |
| 8 | Scottsbluff | $93,428 |
| 9 | Columbus | $90,909 |
| 10 | Norfolk | $90,668 |
| 11 | La Vista | $90,653 |
| 12 | Papillion | $90,558 |
| 13 | North Platte | $90,529 |
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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 Nebraska. State averages are employment-weighted across 13 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