Nuclear Technician Salary in Massachusetts (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Nuclear Technicians in Massachusetts, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Massachusetts Median
$113,390
per year
Hourly Rate
$54.51
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+3% vs US median
US median $110,240
State Rank
#5 of 14
50 employed here

How much does a Nuclear Technician make in Massachusetts?

A Nuclear Technician working in Massachusetts earns a median salary of $113,390 per year, or about $54.51 per hour. That is 3% above the national median of $110,240 for this occupation.

Within Massachusetts, entry-level pay starts around $83,710 while the top 10% make $113,410 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $83,750 and $113,400 a year.

Nuclear Technician salary range in Massachusetts

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$83,710$40.25
25th percentile (early career)$83,750$40.26
50th percentile (median)$113,390$54.51
75th percentile (experienced)$113,400$54.52
90th percentile (top earners)$113,410$54.52

How Massachusetts compares

Massachusetts ranks 5th out of 14 states and territories for Nuclear Technician pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Florida$135,550
2New York$129,780
3Pennsylvania$124,070
4Texas$124,060
5Massachusetts$113,390

Working as a Nuclear Technician in Massachusetts

Nationally, about 6,000 people work as Nuclear Technicians in the United States. An associate degree (about 2 years of college) is the typical entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Massachusetts pay ($113,390) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Nuclear Technician make in Massachusetts?
The median Nuclear Technician salary in Massachusetts is $113,390 per year, or about $54.51 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $83,710 at the entry level to $113,410 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Massachusetts pay compare to the national average?
Massachusetts pays Nuclear Technicians about 3% more than the national median of $110,240. Massachusetts ranks 5th out of 14 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Nuclear Technicians?
Yes on pay — Massachusetts pays above the national median for this occupation, at $113,390 a year. About 50 Nuclear Technicians are employed in Massachusetts. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Massachusetts?
The highest-paying occupations in Massachusetts include Radiologist ($426,560), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($392,300), Surgeon, All Other ($387,150), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.