Nuclear Technicians Salary in Pennsylvania
Nuclear Technicians in Pennsylvania earn a median of $124,070 a year, +13% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $124,070
- vs. U.S. median
- +13% ($110,240)
- Rank among states
- 3 of 14
- Jobs in the state
- 310
Pay range in Pennsylvania
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $104,320; the top 10% earn over $153,120. Nationally the range is $73,150 to $133,600.
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Nuclear Technicians pay in Pennsylvania
How much do nuclear technicians make in Pennsylvania?
The median is $124,070 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $104,320 and the top 10% earn over $153,120. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Pennsylvania a good state for nuclear technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 3 of 14 (+13% vs. the national median of $110,240). Living costs are not included.