Medical Dosimetrists vs. Registered Nurses: Who Earns More?
Medical Dosimetrists out-earn Registered Nurses by $50K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Medical Dosimetrists land at $147,470 and Registered Nurses at $97,550. The education gap is real: medical dosimetrist programs typically require bachelor's degree, while registered nurse programs require bachelor's degree. Top-paying state for Medical Dosimetrists is Washington ($189,280); for Registered Nurses it's California ($140,270).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Medical Dosimetrists median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Medical Dosimetrists or Registered Nurses?
Medical Dosimetrists earn more nationally. The median is $147,470 for Medical Dosimetrists versus $97,550 for Registered Nurses, a difference of $50K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Medical Dosimetrists or Registered Nurses?
Registered Nurses has the better 10-year outlook at 4.9% projected growth, compared to 3.5% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Medical Dosimetrists or Registered Nurses?
Medical Dosimetrists typically requires bachelor's degree. Registered Nurses requires bachelor's degree. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Medical Dosimetrists get paid the most?
Washington is the top-paying state for Medical Dosimetrists at $189,280/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Medical Dosimetrists vs. Registered Nurses pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In Washington, Medical Dosimetrists earn $189,280 vs. $124,200 for Registered Nurses. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.