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Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Gary, IN
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the Gary area earn a median of $49.60 per hour, about $103,170 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $44.23 and $53.00. That ranks 23rd of 93 U.S. metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay, and 38th of 92 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Gary and its metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Gary.
- $49.60median pay per hour, Chicago
- $44–$53typical range per hour
- 500employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 7% above the Indiana statewide median of $46.53 per hour. Nationally the median is $46.64 per hour. BLS counts about 500 nuclear medicine technologists employed in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area, 0.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.01).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $40.59 | $84,430 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $44.23 | $92,000 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Median | $49.60 | $103,170 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $53.00 | $110,240 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $58.05 | $120,740 | 24% above U.S. median |
How Gary ranks
- 23rd of 93 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 38th 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 Gary
- Overall prices in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin run 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% above the U.S. average (index 112.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $49.60 median hour buys what $47.88 buys at the national price level, 3% 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 Gary paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,786
- Per year: $89,280
- Per month: $7,440
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Gary
| 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 Gary
CMS lists 1 hospital in Gary, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nuclear medicine technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methodist Hospitals Inc Gary, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hammond, IN | 8 mi | $49.60/hr | 76,030 |
| Oak Lawn, IL | 23 mi | $49.60/hr | 56,531 |
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Indiana · Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Indiana
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Indiana 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 Gary, IN?
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area have a median pay of $49.60 per hour, about $103,170 a year. The middle half earn between $44.23 and $53.00 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Gary a good place for nuclear medicine technologists once cost of living is counted?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin ranks 38th of 92 metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 23rd of 93 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring nuclear medicine technologists in Gary?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Gary.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Gary as a nuclear medicine technologist?
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana 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 Gary?
The federal per diem benchmark in Gary 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 Gary?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Eight Eleven Group, LLCBloomington, IN · 1 wage offer$45.00/ hr$45–$45
- 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
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