PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Essentia Health · Brainerd, MN
$39.37–$59.06/ hour
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Minneapolis, MN
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the Minneapolis area earn a median of $50.30 per hour, about $104,630 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $49.68 and $53.13. That ranks 21st of 93 U.S. metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay, and 37th of 92 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Minneapolis. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Minneapolis.
- $50.30median pay per hour, Minneapolis
- $50–$53typical range per hour
- 100employed in the metro area
- 105cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nuclear Medicine Technologist pay in Minneapolis, MN
The metro median is 1% above the Minnesota statewide median of $49.93 per hour. Nationally the median is $46.64 per hour. BLS counts about 100 nuclear medicine technologists employed in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington metro area, 0.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.48).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $45.05 | $93,700 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $49.68 | $103,330 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Median | $50.30 | $104,630 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $53.13 | $110,510 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $55.51 | $115,460 | 19% above U.S. median |
How Minneapolis ranks
- 21st of 93 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 37th 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 Minneapolis
- Overall prices in Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington run 5% above the U.S. average (index 104.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% above the U.S. average (index 111.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $50.30 median hour buys what $47.99 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,811
- Per year: $90,540
- Per month: $7,545
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Minneapolis
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $148 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,680 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,840 |
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).
Open Nuclear Medicine Technologist roles in Minnesota
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Minneapolis as they open.
Per diemPosted 29 days ago
Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Casual/PRN
Essentia Health · Brainerd, MN
$39.37–$59.06/ hour
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PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Essentia Health · Duluth, MN
$39.86–$56.86/ hour
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Essentia Health · Virginia, MN
$37.07–$55.82/ hour
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist - PRN/Casual
Essentia Health · Virginia, MN
$37.07–$55.82/ hour
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Allina Health · Minnesota
$43.73–$59.49/ hour
Hospitals in Minneapolis
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Minneapolis, 3 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nuclear medicine technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis Va Medical Center Minneapolis, MN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Abbott Northwestern Hospital Minneapolis, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| M Health Fairview University Of Mn Medical Center Minneapolis, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Hennepin County Medical Center Minneapolis, MN | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Children's Hospitals & Clinics Of Mn Minneapolis, MN | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edina, MN | 7 mi | $50.30/hr | 53,564 |
| St. Paul, MN | 8 mi | $50.30/hr | 307,465 |
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Minnesota · Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Minnesota
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Minnesota requires for your role with the Minnesota 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 Minneapolis, MN?
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington metro area have a median pay of $50.30 per hour, about $104,630 a year. The middle half earn between $49.68 and $53.13 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Minneapolis a good place for nuclear medicine technologists once cost of living is counted?
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington ranks 37th of 92 metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 21st of 93 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% above the U.S. average.
Where do nuclear medicine technologists work in Minneapolis?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Minneapolis, led by Minneapolis Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Minnesota license to work in Minneapolis as a nuclear medicine technologist?
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Minnesota requires for your role with the Minnesota 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 Minneapolis?
The federal per diem benchmark in Minneapolis is $148 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,680 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 Minneapolis?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Essentia HealthVirginia, MN · 5 postings$48.36/ hr$37–$59
- 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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2What they are offering now
Low$37Median$48.79High$59
6 Nuc Med Tech postings with published pay in Minnesota, 5 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 6 Nuc Med Tech roles
- Nuclear Medicine TechnologistPermanent$39.37–$59.06/ hour
- Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Casual/PRNPer diem$39.37–$59.06/ hour
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