How much does a nuclear technician make in California?
$99,270a year
Median yearly pay for nuclear technicians in California. That is $47.73 an hour or $8,273 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.73
- Vs. national median
- -10%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 14
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,830Median: $99,270Highest 10%: $115,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,830 | $28.28 | |
| 25th | $94,470 | $45.42 | |
| Median | $99,270 | $47.73 | |
| 75th | $112,900 | $54.26 | |
| 90th | $115,600 | $55.59 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for nuclear technicians.
| 9. South Carolina | $108,500 |
| 10. Washington | $108,200 |
| 11. Missouri | $104,600 |
| 12. California | $99,270 |
| 13. Virginia | $98,930 |
| 14. Tennessee | $91,980 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nuclear technician make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $47.73 ($99,270 a year).
Do nuclear technicians make more in California than the national average?
No: $99,270 against $110,200 nationally, 10% less.
Where does California rank for nuclear technician pay?
California ranks 12 of 14 states.
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.