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Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · San Diego, CA
$71k–$92k/ year
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Vista, CA
Pay for nuclear medicine technologists in the Vista area centers on $75.09 per hour, or about $156,190 a year. The lower quarter earns under $62.05 and the upper quarter over $76.73. The CMS hospital directory lists 18 hospitals in the Vista metro area. That ranks 5th of 93 U.S. metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay, and 5th of 92 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Vista.
- $75.09median pay per hour, San Diego
- $62–$77typical range per hour
- 100employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 1% above the California statewide median of $74.62 per hour. Nationally the median is $46.64 per hour. BLS counts about 100 nuclear medicine technologists employed in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad metro area, 0.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.59).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $52.87 | $109,970 | 13% above U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $62.05 | $129,060 | 33% above U.S. median |
| Median | $75.09 | $156,190 | 61% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $76.73 | $159,600 | 65% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $79.24 | $164,820 | 70% above U.S. median |
How Vista ranks
- 5th of 93 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 5th of 92 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 7 California 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 Vista
- Overall prices in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad run 12% above the U.S. average (index 111.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 79% above the U.S. average (index 179.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $75.09 median hour buys what $67.11 buys at the national price level, 44% above 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.
Estimate your Vista paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,703
- Per year: $135,162
- Per month: $11,264
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Vista
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $205 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,037 |
| 13-week assignment | $26,481 |
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 San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad area
CMS lists 18 hospitals in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad area, 10 of the 13 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nuclear medicine technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uc San Diego Health Hillcrest - Hillcrest Med Ctr San Diego, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Va San Diego Healthcare System San Diego, CA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Grossmont Hospital La Mesa, CA | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital - San Diego San Diego, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital - San Marcos San Marcos, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Scripps Memorial Hospital - Encinitas Encinitas, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center Chula Vista, CA | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Sharp Coronado Hospital And Hlthcr Ctr Coronado, CA | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Sharp Memorial Hospital San Diego, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oceanside, CA | 5 mi | $75.09/hr | 170,941 |
| Carlsbad, CA | 5 mi | $75.09/hr | 113,575 |
| Temecula, CA | 22 mi | $64.85/hr | 112,431 |
| Murrieta, CA | 27 mi | $64.85/hr | 112,539 |
| San Clemente, CA | 28 mi | $69.80/hr | 62,627 |
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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.
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Common questions
How much do nuclear medicine technologists make in Vista, CA?
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad metro area have a median pay of $75.09 per hour, about $156,190 a year. The middle half earn between $62.05 and $76.73 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Vista a good place for nuclear medicine technologists once cost of living is counted?
San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad ranks 5th of 92 metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 5th of 93 before adjusting. Overall prices run 12% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring nuclear medicine technologists in Vista?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Vista.
Do I need a California license to work in Vista 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 Vista?
The federal per diem benchmark in Vista is $205 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,037 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your Nuc Med Tech pay reportVista, 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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