Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary in Rhode Island: $106,899 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Rhode Island's 17 metropolitan areas, the average median nuclear medicine technologist pay sits at $106,899/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-2033. Because Rhode Island sits at BEA RPP 100.5 (1% above the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $106,367 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Warwick ($106,109), Providence ($104,000), Pawtucket ($101,766).
When evaluating salaries for nuclear medicine technologists in Rhode Island, the 2026 average median salary is projected at $106,900, which is slightly above the national median of $106,398, reflecting a difference of +0.5%. The highest paying city in the state is Warwick, offering an average salary of $111,372, while Central Falls has the lowest at $98,660, creating a salary gap of $12,712 between these two locations. This disparity is often influenced by local economic conditions, demand for healthcare services, and cost of living in each city. In Rhode Island, licensing requirements for nuclear medicine technologists necessitate adherence to specific state regulations and scope of practice laws, ensuring that professionals are well-prepared to meet the needs of patients. The job market for this role is expected to see a growth rate of 4.96% annually, indicating strong demand in the healthcare sector. Among the top cities projected for 2026 salaries, Warwick, Providence, Pawtucket, East Providence, and West Warwick show promising figures, with Providence slated at $109,158 and Pawtucket at $106,814. Overall, the outlook for nuclear medicine technologists in Rhode Island remains positive, driven by an aging population and advances in medical imaging technologies.
Rhode Island Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary Range
Overall salary range in Rhode Island: $79,928 (lowest entry-level) to $148,190 (highest top earner)
Rhode Island vs National Average
Rhode Island nuclear medicine technologists earn 0.47% more than the national median (+$501/year difference).
Rhode Island Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary Distribution (2026)
Nuclear Medicine Technologist salaries in Rhode Island range from $93,665 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $138,315 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $106,899. The Rhode Island median is $501 above the US national median of $106,398. The average hourly rate is $51.39/hr. Approximately 259 nuclear medicine technologists are employed across 17 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$101,610
2025 BLS Actual
$101,848
2026 Current Est.
$106,899
2019–2027 Growth
+10.4%
Salary Trajectory for Nuclear Medicine Technologists in Rhode Island (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 4.96% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $101,610 | Actual |
| 2020 | $103,140 | Actual |
| 2021 | $100,200 | Actual |
| 2022 | $100,630 | Actual |
| 2023 | $105,120 | Actual |
| 2024 | $102,189 | Actual |
| 2025 | $101,848 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $106,899 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $112,201 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Rhode Island metropolitan area, the median nuclear medicine technologist salary grew 0.2% from $101,610 (2019) to $101,848 (2025). At a 4.96% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $112,201 by 2027 — a total increase of $10,591 (10.42%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island
Lowest Paying Cities in Rhode Island
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Central Falls | $98,660 |
| Westerly | $99,859 |
| Bristol | $101,226 |
| South Kingstown | $101,503 |
| Cumberland | $101,768 |
Best Value Cities for Nuclear Medicine Technologists in Rhode Island
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Rhode Island cities offer the most purchasing power for nuclear medicine technologists.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warwick | $111,372 | 100.5 | $110,818 |
| Providence | $109,158 | 101.773 | $107,256 |
| Pawtucket | $106,814 | 100.5 | $106,283 |
| East Providence | $105,992 | 100.5 | $105,465 |
| West Warwick | $105,709 | 100.5 | $105,183 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Rhode Island
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $93,665 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $106,899 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $138,315 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Rhode Island metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 17 Cities in Rhode Island
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Warwick | $111,372 |
| 2 | Providence | $109,158 |
| 3 | Pawtucket | $106,814 |
| 4 | East Providence | $105,992 |
| 5 | West Warwick | $105,709 |
| 6 | Coventry | $105,212 |
| 7 | Cranston | $104,595 |
| 8 | Johnston | $103,402 |
| 9 | Woonsocket | $103,361 |
| 10 | Newport | $102,797 |
| 11 | North Providence | $102,590 |
| 12 | North Kingstown | $102,556 |
| 13 | Cumberland | $101,768 |
| 14 | South Kingstown | $101,503 |
| 15 | Bristol | $101,226 |
| 16 | Westerly | $99,859 |
| 17 | Central Falls | $98,660 |
More Rhode Island Salary Data
Hourly Rates
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Entry Level
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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 Rhode Island. State averages are employment-weighted across 17 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