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Akumin · Modesto, CA
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Modesto, CA
Pay for nuclear medicine technologists in California centers on $74.62 per hour, or about $155,220 a year. The lower quarter earns under $62.44 and the upper quarter over $81.36. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Modesto. That is 60% above the U.S. median of $46.64 per hour. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Modesto.
- $74.62median pay per hour, California
- $62–$81typical range per hour
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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 Modesto
- Overall prices in Modesto run 4% above the U.S. average (index 104.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 8% above the U.S. average (index 108.5).
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.
Estimate your Modesto paycheck
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 Modesto
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
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 (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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 Modesto
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Modesto, 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Medical Center Modesto, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Doctors Medical Center Modesto, CA | Acute care | For-profit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Stanislaus Surgical Hospital Modesto, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turlock, CA | 12 mi | $74.62/hr | 72,888 |
| Manteca, CA | 16 mi | $74.62/hr | 94,292 |
| Tracy, CA | 25 mi | $74.62/hr | 100,136 |
| Stockton, CA | 29 mi | $74.62/hr | 324,975 |
| Merced, CA | 37 mi | $74.62/hr | 96,073 |
| Lodi, CA | 37 mi | $74.62/hr | 68,642 |
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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 Modesto, 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 Modesto?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Modesto. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Modesto.
Do I need a California license to work in Modesto 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 Modesto?
The federal per diem benchmark in Modesto is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 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 Modesto?
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Your Nuc Med Tech pay reportModesto, 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
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