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Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Veterans Health Administration · Philadelphia, PA
$103k–$134k/ year
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Allentown, PA
Pay for nuclear medicine technologists in the Allentown area centers on $41.50 per hour, or about $86,320 a year. The lower quarter earns under $39.75 and the upper quarter over $47.44. That ranks 65th of 93 U.S. metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay, and 76th of 92 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Allentown. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Allentown.
- $41.50median pay per hour, Allentown
- $40–$47typical range per hour
- 110employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nuclear Medicine Technologist pay in Allentown, PA
The metro median is in line with the Pennsylvania statewide median of $41.50 per hour. Nationally the median is $46.64 per hour. BLS counts about 110 nuclear medicine technologists employed in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 2.58).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $39.28 | $81,700 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.75 | $82,680 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Median | $41.50 | $86,320 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $47.44 | $98,680 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.66 | $103,290 | 6% above U.S. median |
How Allentown ranks
- 65th of 93 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 76th of 92 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 4 Pennsylvania 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 Allentown
- Overall prices in Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $41.50 median hour buys what $41.51 buys at the national price level, 11% 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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Estimated weekly gross$1,494
- Per year: $74,700
- Per month: $6,225
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Allentown
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $115 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,323 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,199 |
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).
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Hospitals in Allentown
CMS lists 1 hospital in Allentown, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lehigh Valley Hospital Allentown, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethlehem, PA | 6 mi | $41.50/hr | 79,453 |
| Reading, PA | 29 mi | $41.50/hr | 96,000 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 44 mi | $47.53/hr | 1,573,916 |
| Trenton, NJ | 45 mi | $53.37/hr | 91,193 |
| Camden, NJ | 49 mi | $47.53/hr | 71,749 |
| New Brunswick, NJ | 55 mi | $56.52/hr | 57,487 |
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License and tax basics in Pennsylvania
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Pennsylvania requires for your role with the Pennsylvania licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Pennsylvania 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 Allentown, PA?
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area have a median pay of $41.50 per hour, about $86,320 a year. The middle half earn between $39.75 and $47.44 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Allentown a good place for nuclear medicine technologists once cost of living is counted?
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton ranks 76th of 92 metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 65th of 93 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do nuclear medicine technologists work in Allentown?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Allentown, led by Lehigh Valley Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Allentown as a nuclear medicine technologist?
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Pennsylvania requires for your role with the Pennsylvania 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 Allentown?
The federal per diem benchmark in Allentown is $115 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,323 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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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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