Nuclear Technicians Salary in Virginia
Nuclear Technicians in Virginia earn a median of $98,930 a year, −10% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $98,930
- vs. U.S. median
- −10% ($110,240)
- Rank among states
- 13 of 14
- Jobs in the state
- 680
Pay range in Virginia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,830; the top 10% earn over $161,720. Nationally the range is $73,150 to $133,600.
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Nuclear Technicians pay in Virginia
How much do nuclear technicians make in Virginia?
The median is $98,930 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,830 and the top 10% earn over $161,720. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Virginia a good state for nuclear technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 13 of 14 (−10% vs. the national median of $110,240). Living costs are not included.