Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Madison, AL
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the Madison area earn a median of $38.61 per hour, about $80,320 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $33.86 and $40.45. That ranks 81st of 93 U.S. metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay, and 78th of 92 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in the Madison metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Madison.
- $38.61median pay per hour, Huntsville
- $34–$40typical range per hour
- 50employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nuclear Medicine Technologist pay in Madison, AL
The metro median is 1% above the Alabama statewide median of $38.09 per hour. Nationally the median is $46.64 per hour. BLS counts about 50 nuclear medicine technologists employed in the Huntsville metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.58).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.01 | $64,500 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $33.86 | $70,430 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.61 | $80,320 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $40.45 | $84,140 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $40.92 | $85,110 | 12% below U.S. median |
How Madison ranks
- 81st of 93 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 78th of 92 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Alabama metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Nuclear Medicine Technologists (SOC 29-2033), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Madison
- Overall prices in Huntsville run 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 22% below the U.S. average (index 77.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.61 median hour buys what $41.48 buys at the national price level, 11% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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- Per year: $69,498
- Per month: $5,792
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Huntsville metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Madison
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $139 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,491 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,383 |
Travel nuclear medicine technologist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in the Huntsville area
CMS lists 4 hospitals in the Huntsville area, 0 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nuclear medicine technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crestwood Medical Center Huntsville, AL | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Huntsville Hospital Huntsville, AL | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Athens Limestone Hospital Athens, AL | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Unity Psychiatric Care - Huntsville Huntsville, AL | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huntsville, AL | 5 mi | $38.61/hr | 230,402 |
| Decatur, AL | 16 mi | $38.09/hr | 57,974 |
| Spring Hill, TN | 72 mi | $39.98/hr | 59,398 |
| Murfreesboro, TN | 81 mi | $39.98/hr | 168,387 |
| Birmingham, AL | 82 mi | $38.52/hr | 196,357 |
| Franklin, TN | 83 mi | $39.98/hr | 89,142 |
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Alabama · Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Alabama
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alabama requires for your role with the Alabama licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Alabama taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Madison
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Common questions
How much do nuclear medicine technologists make in Madison, AL?
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the Huntsville metro area have a median pay of $38.61 per hour, about $80,320 a year. The middle half earn between $33.86 and $40.45 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Madison a good place for nuclear medicine technologists once cost of living is counted?
Huntsville ranks 78th of 92 metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 81st of 93 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do nuclear medicine technologists work in Madison?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in the Huntsville area, led by Crestwood Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Alabama license to work in Madison as a nuclear medicine technologist?
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alabama requires for your role with the Alabama licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Madison?
The federal per diem benchmark in Madison is $139 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,491 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place nuclear medicine technologists in Madison?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Madison and across Alabama. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Madison.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- AkuminStockton, CA · 5 postings$73.41/ hr$66–$100
- AkuminMount Vernon, WA · 3 postings$71.23/ hr$55–$79
- MultiCarePuyallup, WA · 4 postings$61.43/ hr$46–$79
- Sentara HealthcareNorfolk, VA · 10 postings$55.44/ hr$45–$71
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