Nuclear Technicians Hourly Pay

Median hourly wage: $53.00

Hourly Wage Percentiles

PercentileHourly Wage
10th$35.17
25th$47.65
Median$53.00
75th$59.61
90th$64.23

Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do nuclear technicians make an hour?

The median hourly wage is $53.00; the mean hourly wage is $52.37.

What is the entry-level hourly pay for nuclear technicians?

Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $35.17 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.

What is the top hourly pay for nuclear technicians?

Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $64.23 per hour.