How much does a nuclear technician make in Birmingham?
$126,900a year
Median yearly pay for nuclear technicians in the Birmingham, AL metro area. That is $61.02 an hour or $10,580 a month.
- Hourly
- $61.02
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among cities
- 2 of 9
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $99,780Median: $126,900Highest 10%: $162,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $99,780 | $47.97 | |
| 25th | $107,100 | $51.50 | |
| Median | $126,900 | $61.02 | |
| 75th | $162,300 | $78.02 | |
| 90th | $162,300 | $78.02 |
Other cities in Alabama
Median yearly pay for nuclear technicians.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Birmingham
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Biological Scientist | $99,630 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $87,920 |
| Urban and Regional Planner | $83,740 |
| Chemist | $82,790 |
| Atmospheric and Space Scientist | $77,580 |
| Environmental Scientist and Specialist | $72,510 |
| Forensic Science Technician | $67,340 |
| Life | $64,140 |
| Medical Scientist | $63,940 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Technician | $57,870 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nuclear technician make an hour in Birmingham?
The median hourly pay in the Birmingham, AL metro area is $61.02 ($126,900 a year).
Do nuclear technicians make more in Birmingham than the national average?
Yes: $126,900 against $110,200 nationally, 15% more.
How does Birmingham compare with the rest of Alabama?
The median in Alabama is $110,200, so Birmingham pays 15% more.
Where does Birmingham rank for nuclear technician pay?
2 of 9 metro areas with data.
How much does a nuclear technician make starting out in Birmingham?
The lowest-paid 10% make $99,780 or less a year; the top 10% make $162,300 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.