PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Nuclear Medicine Technician
Ascension Health · Milwaukee, WI
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Milwaukee, WI
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the Milwaukee area earn a median of $46.38 per hour, about $96,460 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $38.16 and $50.06. That ranks 41st of 93 U.S. metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay, and 39th of 92 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 8 hospitals in Milwaukee. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Milwaukee.
- $46.38median pay per hour, Milwaukee
- $38–$50typical range per hour
- 140employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist pay in Milwaukee, WI
The metro median is 10% above the Wisconsin statewide median of $42.05 per hour. Nationally the median is $46.64 per hour. BLS counts about 140 nuclear medicine technologists employed in the Milwaukee-Waukesha metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.51).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $37.52 | $78,040 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.16 | $79,370 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $46.38 | $96,460 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.06 | $104,120 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $56.40 | $117,310 | 21% above U.S. median |
How Milwaukee ranks
- 41st of 93 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 39th of 92 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Wisconsin 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.
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Get my free pay reportWhat your pay buys in Milwaukee
- Overall prices in Milwaukee-Waukesha run 3% below the U.S. average (index 96.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $46.38 median hour buys what $47.85 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 Milwaukee paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,670
- Per year: $83,484
- Per month: $6,957
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Milwaukee-Waukesha metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Milwaukee
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $140 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,540 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,020 |
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 Wisconsin
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PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Nuclear Medicine Tech
Advocate Health · Wisconsin
$38.20–$57.30/ hour
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Hospital Sisters Health System · Green Bay, WI
$35.92–$53.88/ hour
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Mercy · Wisconsin
$34.45–$51.68/ hour
Hospitals in Milwaukee
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Milwaukee, 2 of the 6 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nuclear medicine technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascension Se Wisconsin Hospital Milwaukee, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Aurora St Lukes Medical Center Milwaukee, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension Columbia St Marys Hospital Milwaukee Milwaukee, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension St Francis Hospital Milwaukee, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital Milwaukee, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Milwaukee Va Medical Center Milwaukee, WI | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Childrens Hospital Of Wisconsin Milwaukee, WI | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Mental Health Emergency Center, Inc Milwaukee, WI | Psychiatric | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Allis, WI | 5 mi | $46.38/hr | 59,784 |
| Waukesha, WI | 15 mi | $46.38/hr | 71,461 |
| Racine, WI | 25 mi | $42.05/hr | 78,057 |
| Kenosha, WI | 33 mi | $42.05/hr | 99,578 |
| Waukegan, IL | 48 mi | $49.60/hr | 88,570 |
| Janesville, WI | 59 mi | $42.05/hr | 66,428 |
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Wisconsin · Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Wisconsin
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin 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 Milwaukee, WI?
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the Milwaukee-Waukesha metro area have a median pay of $46.38 per hour, about $96,460 a year. The middle half earn between $38.16 and $50.06 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Milwaukee a good place for nuclear medicine technologists once cost of living is counted?
Milwaukee-Waukesha ranks 39th of 92 metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 41st of 93 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Where do nuclear medicine technologists work in Milwaukee?
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Milwaukee, led by Ascension Se Wisconsin Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in Milwaukee as a nuclear medicine technologist?
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin 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 Milwaukee?
The federal per diem benchmark in Milwaukee is $140 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,540 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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Low$34Median$44.90High$57
3 Nuc Med Tech postings with published pay in Wisconsin, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 3 Nuc Med Tech roles
- Nuclear Medicine TechPermanent$38.20–$57.30/ hour
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