Nuclear Technicians pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for nuclear technicians is $53.00 an hour ($110,240 a year). About 6,470 people work in this job there.
Pay range for nuclear technicians in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $35.17 | $73,150 |
| 25% of workers | $47.65 | $99,110 |
| Half of workers (median) | $53.00 | $110,240 |
| 75% of workers | $59.61 | $123,990 |
| 90% of workers | $64.23 | $133,600 |
Best-paying states for nuclear technicians
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | $135,550 | 60 |
| New York | $129,780 | 260 |
| Pennsylvania | $124,070 | 310 |
| Texas | $124,060 | 110 |
| Massachusetts | $113,390 | 50 |
| North Carolina | $110,430 | 420 |
| Illinois | $110,390 | 780 |
| Alabama | $110,240 | 280 |
| South Carolina | $108,490 | 750 |
| Washington | $108,200 | 90 |
Pay by state
- Illinois · $110,390
- South Carolina · $108,490
- Virginia · $98,930
Education, experience and outlook for nuclear technicians
- Typical education to start: Associate's degree (BLS)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +1.1% over ten years, little or no change · about 900 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in the U.S.
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | $62,280 |
| Biological Technicians | $57,510 |
| Chemical Technicians | $60,390 |
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health | $55,090 |
| Social Science Research Assistants | $61,990 |
| Forest and Conservation Technicians | $54,560 |
| Forensic Science Technicians | $72,060 |
| Agricultural Technicians | $49,630 |
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