Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Sterling Heights, MI
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the Sterling Heights area earn a median of $44.92 per hour, about $93,430 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $40.20 and $47.16. That ranks 51st of 93 U.S. metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay, and 58th of 92 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 28 hospitals in the Sterling Heights metro area. The free report below lists employers near Sterling Heights and what they pay.
- $44.92median pay per hour, Detroit
- $40–$47typical range per hour
- 250employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nuclear Medicine Technologist pay in Sterling Heights, MI
The metro median is 5% above the Michigan statewide median of $42.93 per hour. Nationally the median is $46.64 per hour. BLS counts about 250 nuclear medicine technologists employed in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area, 0.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.19).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $39.53 | $82,220 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $40.20 | $83,620 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $44.92 | $93,430 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $47.16 | $98,090 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.08 | $102,090 | 5% above U.S. median |
How Sterling Heights ranks
- 51st of 93 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 58th of 92 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Michigan 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 Sterling Heights
- Overall prices in Detroit-Warren-Dearborn run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $44.92 median hour buys what $44.79 buys at the national price level, 4% 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.
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- Per year: $80,856
- Per month: $6,738
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Sterling Heights
| 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 the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn area
CMS lists 28 hospitals in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn area, 3 of the 17 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nuclear medicine technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit (John D. Dingell) Va Medical Center Detroit, MI | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension Providence Hospital, Southfield And Novi Southfield, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Beaumont Hospital, Troy Troy, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Beaumont Hospital - Farmington Hills Farmington Hills, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak Royal Oak, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Henry Ford Health Hospital Detroit, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Karmanos Cancer Center Detroit, MI | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | No |
| Beaumont Hospital - Dearborn Dearborn, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Beaumont Hospital - Taylor Taylor, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Mclaren Oakland Pontiac, MI | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Troy, MI | 6 mi | $44.92/hr | 89,209 |
| Warren, MI | 6 mi | $44.92/hr | 137,686 |
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Michigan · Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Michigan
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Michigan 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 Sterling Heights, MI?
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area have a median pay of $44.92 per hour, about $93,430 a year. The middle half earn between $40.20 and $47.16 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Sterling Heights a good place for nuclear medicine technologists once cost of living is counted?
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn ranks 58th of 92 metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 51st of 93 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do nuclear medicine technologists work in Sterling Heights?
CMS lists 28 hospitals in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn area, led by Detroit (John D. Dingell) Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Sterling Heights as a nuclear medicine technologist?
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan 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 Sterling Heights?
The federal per diem benchmark in Sterling Heights 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 Sterling Heights?
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- Cardiology Associates of Michigan, P.C.Shelby Township, MI · 1 wage offer$50.00/ hr$50–$50
- 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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