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Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Manteca, CA
The median nuclear medicine technologist pay in California is $74.62 per hour ($155,220 a year), with the typical range running from $62.44 to $81.36. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Manteca and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Manteca. The free report below lists employers near Manteca and what they pay.
- $74.62median pay per hour, California
- $62–$81typical range per hour
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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Nationally the median is $46.64 per hour. BLS counts about 1,380 nuclear medicine technologists employed in California.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $56.91 | $118,370 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $62.44 | $129,880 | 34% above U.S. median |
| Median | $74.62 | $155,220 | 60% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $81.36 | $169,230 | 74% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $89.06 | $185,240 | 91% above U.S. median |
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 Manteca
- Overall prices in Stockton-Lodi run 5% above the U.S. average (index 105.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 16% above the U.S. average (index 115.6).
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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Estimated weekly gross$2,686
- Per year: $134,316
- Per month: $11,193
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for California. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Manteca
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $132 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,442 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,746 |
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 Manteca
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Manteca, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nuclear medicine technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital Manteca Manteca, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Doctors Hospital Of Manteca Manteca, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracy, CA | 13 mi | $74.62/hr | 100,136 |
| Stockton, CA | 14 mi | $74.62/hr | 324,975 |
| Modesto, CA | 16 mi | $74.62/hr | 220,592 |
| Turlock, CA | 28 mi | $74.62/hr | 72,888 |
| Brentwood, CA | 28 mi | $87.76/hr | 66,286 |
| Livermore, CA | 30 mi | $87.76/hr | 84,867 |
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in California · Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in California
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what California requires for your role with the California licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
California taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do nuclear medicine technologists make in Manteca, CA?
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in California have a median pay of $74.62 per hour, about $155,220 a year. The middle half earn between $62.44 and $81.36 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Who is hiring nuclear medicine technologists in Manteca?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Stockton-Lodi area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Manteca.
Do I need a California license to work in Manteca as a nuclear medicine technologist?
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what California requires for your role with the California 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 Manteca?
The federal per diem benchmark in Manteca is $132 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,442 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 Manteca?
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Your Nuc Med Tech pay reportManteca, CA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthGLENDALE, CA · 2 postings$77.58/ hr$74–$85
- AkuminStockton, CA · 5 postings$73.41/ hr$66–$100
- Central Maine Healthcare CorporationLynwood, CA · 2 postings$56.62/ hr$42–$65
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$59Median$73.41High$86
10 Nuc Med Tech postings with published pay in California, 9 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 10 Nuc Med Tech roles
- PET/CT TechnologistPermanent$65.59–$100.00/ hour
- PET/CT TechnologistPermanent$65.59–$81.22/ hour
+ 8 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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