Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary in Nevada: $107,888 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Nevada's 9 metropolitan areas, the average median nuclear medicine technologist pay sits at $107,888/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-2033. Because Nevada sits at BEA RPP 98.3 (2% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $109,754 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Las Vegas ($104,750), North Las Vegas ($104,310), Henderson ($103,774).
In 2026, the average median salary for nuclear medicine technologists in Nevada is projected to be $107,887, slightly above the national median of $106,398, reflecting a 1.4% advantage. The highest paying city within the state is Las Vegas, with salaries averaging $109,946, while Fernley represents the lowest with $96,674, highlighting a $13,272 salary gap. This disparity can be attributed to differences in cost of living, job demand, and the concentration of healthcare facilities in urban areas versus rural settings. Nevada has specific state licensing requirements and scope of practice laws that can impact salary levels. The demand for nuclear medicine technologists is driven by the growing prevalence of diagnostic imaging and the aging population, which is reflected in a projected annual growth rate of 4.96% in this field. Currently, there are 310 nuclear medicine technologists employed across the state, with cities like North Las Vegas and Henderson also offering competitive salaries at $109,484 and $108,921, respectively. The job market appears strong, with cities like Reno and Sparks also maintaining salaries over $100,000, supporting a promising outlook for professionals in this sector.
Nevada Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary Range
Overall salary range in Nevada: $74,999 (lowest entry-level) to $154,267 (highest top earner)
Nevada vs National Average
Nevada nuclear medicine technologists earn 1.40% more than the national median (+$1,490/year difference).
Nevada Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary Distribution (2026)
Nuclear Medicine Technologist salaries in Nevada range from $86,563 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $147,061 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $107,888. The Nevada median is $1,490 above the US national median of $106,398. The average hourly rate is $51.87/hr. Approximately 310 nuclear medicine technologists are employed across 9 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$77,150
2025 BLS Actual
$102,789
2026 Current Est.
$107,888
2019–2027 Growth
+46.8%
Salary Trajectory for Nuclear Medicine Technologists in Nevada (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 4.96% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $77,150 | Actual |
| 2020 | $75,990 | Actual |
| 2021 | $80,850 | Actual |
| 2022 | $93,490 | Actual |
| 2023 | $98,560 | Actual |
| 2024 | $102,252 | Actual |
| 2025 | $102,789 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $107,888 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $113,239 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Nevada metropolitan area, the median nuclear medicine technologist salary grew 33.2% from $77,150 (2019) to $102,789 (2025). At a 4.96% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $113,239 by 2027 — a total increase of $36,089 (46.78%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Nevada 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 Nevada
Lowest Paying Cities in Nevada
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Fernley | $96,674 |
| Elko | $97,862 |
| Mesquite | $98,357 |
| Carson City | $101,925 |
| Sparks | $105,522 |
Best Value Cities for Nuclear Medicine Technologists in Nevada
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Nevada cities offer the most purchasing power for nuclear medicine technologists.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Las Vegas | $109,484 | 98.3 | $111,377 |
| Henderson | $108,921 | 98.3 | $110,805 |
| Las Vegas | $109,946 | 100.215 | $109,710 |
| Reno | $107,593 | 98.3 | $109,454 |
| Sparks | $105,522 | 98.3 | $107,347 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Nevada
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $86,563 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $107,888 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $147,061 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Nevada metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 9 Cities in Nevada
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Las Vegas | $109,946 |
| 2 | North Las Vegas | $109,484 |
| 3 | Henderson | $108,921 |
| 4 | Reno | $107,593 |
| 5 | Sparks | $105,522 |
| 6 | Carson City | $101,925 |
| 7 | Mesquite | $98,357 |
| 8 | Elko | $97,862 |
| 9 | Fernley | $96,674 |
More Nevada Salary Data
Hourly Rates
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Entry Level
Starting salaries for new nuclear medicine technologists.
Senior / Experienced
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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 Nevada. State averages are employment-weighted across 9 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