How much does a nuclear technician make in Richmond?
$122,200a year
Median yearly pay for nuclear technicians in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $58.75 an hour or $10,180 a month.
- Hourly
- $58.75
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among cities
- 3 of 9
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $86,170Median: $122,200Highest 10%: $157,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $86,170 | $41.43 | |
| 25th | $109,300 | $52.57 | |
| Median | $122,200 | $58.75 | |
| 75th | $139,800 | $67.22 | |
| 90th | $157,600 | $75.75 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for nuclear technicians.
| Virginia Beach, VA | $114,900 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Psychologist | $152,100 |
| Economist | $112,300 |
| Microbiologist | $90,930 |
| Chemist | $87,580 |
| Social Scientist and Related Worker | $85,030 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $83,420 |
| Epidemiologist | $82,460 |
| School Psychologist | $82,440 |
| Geoscientist | $80,490 |
| Environmental Scientist and Specialist | $80,350 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nuclear technician make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $58.75 ($122,200 a year).
Do nuclear technicians make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $122,200 against $110,200 nationally, 11% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $98,930, so Richmond pays 24% more.
Where does Richmond rank for nuclear technician pay?
3 of 9 metro areas with data.
How much does a nuclear technician make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $86,170 or less a year; the top 10% make $157,600 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.