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Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Veterans Health Administration · Philadelphia, PA
$103k–$134k/ year
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Wilmington, DE
Pay for nuclear medicine technologists in the Wilmington area centers on $47.53 per hour, or about $98,870 a year. The lower quarter earns under $43.53 and the upper quarter over $51.71. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Wilmington. That ranks 32nd of 93 U.S. metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay, and 49th of 92 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Wilmington.
- $47.53median pay per hour, Philadelphia
- $44–$52typical range per hour
- 440employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 3% above the Delaware statewide median of $46.17 per hour. Nationally the median is $46.64 per hour. BLS counts about 440 nuclear medicine technologists employed in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.40).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $39.89 | $82,970 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $43.53 | $90,540 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Median | $47.53 | $98,870 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $51.71 | $107,560 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $55.04 | $114,480 | 18% above U.S. median |
How Wilmington ranks
- 32nd of 93 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 49th of 92 after adjusting for local prices
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 Wilmington
- Overall prices in Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington run 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% above the U.S. average (index 113.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $47.53 median hour buys what $46.35 buys at the national price level, 1% 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.
Estimate your Wilmington paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,711
- Per year: $85,554
- Per month: $7,130
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Wilmington
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $127 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,407 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,291 |
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 Wilmington
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Wilmington, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmington Va Medical Center Wilmington, DE | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Francis Hospital Wilmington, DE | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware Wilmington, DE | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camden, NJ | 27 mi | $47.53/hr | 71,749 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 28 mi | $47.53/hr | 1,573,916 |
| Vineland, NJ | 34 mi | $53.37/hr | 62,070 |
| Lancaster, PA | 46 mi | $41.50/hr | 58,441 |
| Reading, PA | 47 mi | $41.50/hr | 96,000 |
| Trenton, NJ | 53 mi | $53.37/hr | 91,193 |
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Delaware · Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Delaware
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Delaware requires for your role with the Delaware licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Delaware 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 Wilmington, DE?
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area have a median pay of $47.53 per hour, about $98,870 a year. The middle half earn between $43.53 and $51.71 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Wilmington a good place for nuclear medicine technologists once cost of living is counted?
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington ranks 49th of 92 metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 32nd of 93 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring nuclear medicine technologists in Wilmington?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Wilmington.
Do I need a Delaware license to work in Wilmington as a nuclear medicine technologist?
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Delaware requires for your role with the Delaware 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 Wilmington?
The federal per diem benchmark in Wilmington is $127 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,407 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 Wilmington?
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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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