How much does a nuclear technician make in Tennessee?
$91,980a year
Median yearly pay for nuclear technicians in Tennessee. That is $44.22 an hour or $7,665 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.22
- Vs. national median
- -17%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 14
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $78,850Median: $91,980Highest 10%: $121,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $78,850 | $37.91 | |
| 25th | $78,850 | $37.91 | |
| Median | $91,980 | $44.22 | |
| 75th | $100,900 | $48.49 | |
| 90th | $121,300 | $58.33 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Knoxville, TN | $78,850 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for nuclear technicians.
| 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 Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $44.22 ($91,980 a year).
Do nuclear technicians make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $91,980 against $110,200 nationally, 17% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for nuclear technician pay?
Tennessee ranks 14 of 14 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays nuclear technicians the most?
Knoxville, TN, with a median of $78,850 a year.
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.