Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary in New Hampshire: $106,442 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across New Hampshire's 16 metropolitan areas, the average median nuclear medicine technologist pay sits at $106,442/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-2033. Because New Hampshire sits at BEA RPP 107.3 (7% above the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $99,200 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Manchester ($104,035), Nashua ($103,789), Salem ($101,587).
In New Hampshire, the projected average median salary for nuclear medicine technologists in 2026 is $106,442, which is slightly above the national median of $106,398. This positions New Hampshire well in comparison to the national average. The highest paying city within the state is Manchester, where salaries are projected at $109,195, while Bedford offers the lowest at $102,909, creating a salary gap of $6,286. Factors influencing this disparity can include cost of living variations, local demand for healthcare services, and the availability of advanced imaging technology. State licensing requirements and scope of practice laws are essential considerations for nuclear medicine technologists in New Hampshire. The state mandates specific credentials and continuing education to ensure high standards in patient care and safety. The projected annual growth rate for this profession is 4.96%, indicating a stable job market driven by an increasing demand for diagnostic imaging and cancer treatments. With a total of 132 nuclear medicine technologists employed across 16 metro areas, cities like Nashua ($108,937), Salem ($106,626), Merrimack ($106,490), and Dover ($105,651) reflect varying salary potentials influenced by local healthcare facilities and patient needs.
New Hampshire Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary Range
Overall salary range in New Hampshire: $80,240 (lowest entry-level) to $148,412 (highest top earner)
New Hampshire vs National Average
New Hampshire nuclear medicine technologists earn 0.04% more than the national median (+$44/year difference).
New Hampshire Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary Distribution (2026)
Nuclear Medicine Technologist salaries in New Hampshire range from $83,986 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $137,610 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $106,442. The New Hampshire median is $44 above the US national median of $106,398. The average hourly rate is $51.18/hr. Approximately 132 nuclear medicine technologists are employed across 16 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$77,982
2025 BLS Actual
$101,412
2026 Current Est.
$106,442
2019–2027 Growth
+43.3%
Salary Trajectory for Nuclear Medicine Technologists in New Hampshire (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 4.96% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $77,982 | Actual |
| 2020 | $79,623 | Actual |
| 2021 | $78,792 | Actual |
| 2022 | $85,335 | Actual |
| 2023 | $92,538 | Actual |
| 2024 | $104,529 | Actual |
| 2025 | $101,412 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $106,442 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $111,721 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the New Hampshire metropolitan area, the median nuclear medicine technologist salary grew 30.0% from $77,982 (2019) to $101,412 (2025). At a 4.96% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $111,721 by 2027 — a total increase of $33,739 (43.27%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire
Lowest Paying Cities in New Hampshire
Best Value Cities for Nuclear Medicine Technologists in New Hampshire
When adjusted for local cost of living, these New Hampshire cities offer the most purchasing power for nuclear medicine technologists.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester | $109,195 | 107.3 | $101,766 |
| Nashua | $108,937 | 107.3 | $101,526 |
| Salem | $106,626 | 107.3 | $99,372 |
| Merrimack | $106,490 | 107.3 | $99,245 |
| Dover | $105,651 | 107.3 | $98,463 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in New Hampshire
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $83,986 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $106,442 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $137,610 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across New Hampshire metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 16 Cities in New Hampshire
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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 New Hampshire. 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, 2-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