Nuclear Medicine Technologist salary in South Dakota
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in South Dakota earn a median of $38.01 per hour, about $79,060 a year, 19% below the U.S. median of $46.64. The middle half earn between $30.26 and $45.29 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $38.01median pay per hour
- $79,060median pay per year
- 160employed in South Dakota
- #46of 47 states by median pay
Nuclear Medicine Technologist pay in South Dakota: percentiles
| Level | South Dakota per hour | South Dakota per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $25.64 | $53,330 | $36.33 |
| Lower quartile | $30.26 | $62,940 | $39.91 |
| Median | $38.01 | $79,060 | $46.64 |
| Upper quartile | $45.29 | $94,200 | $52.02 |
| Top 10% | $45.29 | $94,200 | $61.58 |
Nuclear Medicine Technologist pay in states next to South Dakota
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with South Dakota |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa | $40.19 | $83,590 | 6% above South Dakota |
| Minnesota | $49.93 | $103,850 | 31% above South Dakota |
| Montana | $46.63 | $97,000 | 23% above South Dakota |
| North Dakota | $47.47 | $98,730 | 25% above South Dakota |
| Nebraska | $50.13 | $104,270 | 32% above South Dakota |
What employers are posting in South Dakota
- 5roles with published pay
- $44.62median pay per hour
- $36–$54typical published range
- 1employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Avera Health | 5 | $44.62 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 5 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in South Dakota · Nuclear Medicine Technologist salary nationwide · South Dakota state guide
Common questions
How much does a nuclear medicine technologist make in South Dakota?
The median is $38.01 per hour, about $79,060 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $25.64 and the top 10% earn over $45.29 (BLS, May 2024).
Where does South Dakota rank for nuclear medicine technologist pay?
South Dakota ranks 46th of 47 states by median nuclear medicine technologist pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Avera HealthSioux Falls, SD · 5 postings$44.62/ hr$36–$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
5 Nuc Med Tech postings with published pay in South Dakota, 1 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
- AVH1009-Nuclear Medicine TechnologistPermanent$35.50–$53.75/ hour
- Nuclear Medicine Technologist | OutreachPermanent$39.50–$59.25/ hour
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