Nuclear Technicians Salary in California
Nuclear Technicians in California earn a median of $99,270 a year, −10% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $99,270
- vs. U.S. median
- −10% ($110,240)
- Rank among states
- 12 of 14
- Jobs in the state
- Not published
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $58,830; the top 10% earn over $115,630. Nationally the range is $73,150 to $133,600.
States ranked near California
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Nuclear Technicians pay in California
How much do nuclear technicians make in California?
The median is $99,270 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $58,830 and the top 10% earn over $115,630. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for nuclear technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 12 of 14 (−10% vs. the national median of $110,240). Living costs are not included.