Nuclear Technicians pay in Virginia
In Virginia, the median pay for nuclear technicians is $47.56 an hour ($98,930 a year). About 680 people work in this job there.
That is 10% lower than the U.S. median ($110,240). Virginia ranks 13th of 14 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for nuclear technicians in Virginia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $29.25 | $60,830 |
| 25% of workers | $37.02 | $77,010 |
| Half of workers (median) | $47.56 | $98,930 |
| 75% of workers | $63.24 | $131,540 |
| 90% of workers | $77.75 | $161,720 |
Nuclear Technicians pay in Virginia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond | $122,210 | 60 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk | $114,910 | 90 |
Virginia unemployment rate: 3.6% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | $67,240 |
| Biological Technicians | $53,360 |
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health | $49,430 |
| Chemical Technicians | $51,850 |
| Forensic Science Technicians | $68,900 |
| Social Science Research Assistants | $53,260 |
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