PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Newark, NJ
$39.87–$44.58/ hour
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Newark, NJ
Pay for nuclear medicine technologists in the Newark area centers on $56.52 per hour, or about $117,560 a year. The lower quarter earns under $50.95 and the upper quarter over $60.04. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Newark. That ranks 10th of 93 U.S. metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay, and 21st of 92 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Newark.
- $56.52median pay per hour, New York
- $51–$60typical range per hour
- 1,050employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 6% above the New Jersey statewide median of $53.37 per hour. Nationally the median is $46.64 per hour. BLS counts about 1,050 nuclear medicine technologists employed in the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area, 0.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.02).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $47.55 | $98,900 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $50.95 | $105,980 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Median | $56.52 | $117,560 | 21% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $60.04 | $124,880 | 29% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $63.59 | $132,270 | 36% above U.S. median |
How Newark ranks
- 10th of 93 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 21st 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 Newark
- Overall prices in New York-Newark-Jersey City run 13% above the U.S. average (index 112.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 49% above the U.S. average (index 148.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $56.52 median hour buys what $50.21 buys at the national price level, 8% 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 Newark paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,035
- Per year: $101,736
- Per month: $8,478
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Newark
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $156 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,694 |
| 13-week assignment | $22,022 |
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 Newark
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Newark, 1 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nuclear medicine technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Michael's Medical Center Newark, NJ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Newark, NJ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The University Hospital Newark, NJ | Acute care | Government and federal | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Silver Lake Hospital Ltach Newark, NJ | Long-term | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Orange, NJ | 3 mi | $56.52/hr | 71,850 |
| Elizabeth, NJ | 4 mi | $56.52/hr | 140,413 |
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in New Jersey · Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in New Jersey
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Jersey requires for your role with the New Jersey licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
New Jersey 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 Newark, NJ?
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area have a median pay of $56.52 per hour, about $117,560 a year. The middle half earn between $50.95 and $60.04 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Newark a good place for nuclear medicine technologists once cost of living is counted?
New York-Newark-Jersey City ranks 21st of 92 metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 10th of 93 before adjusting. Overall prices run 13% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring nuclear medicine technologists in Newark?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Newark. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Newark.
Do I need a New Jersey license to work in Newark as a nuclear medicine technologist?
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Jersey requires for your role with the New Jersey 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 Newark?
The federal per diem benchmark in Newark is $156 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,694 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 Newark?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Central Maine Healthcare CorporationPassaic, NJ · 3 postings$44.49/ hr$37–$55
- 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$38Median$45.44High$65
5 Nuc Med Tech postings with published pay in New Jersey, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 5 Nuc Med Tech roles
- Nuclear Medicine TechnicianPermanent$44.00–$74.80/ hour
- Nuclear Medicine TechnologistPermanent$37.11–$51.87/ hour
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