Radiology Technologist salary: $77.03/hr$3,081/wk$160,222/yr median.
Pay range $72.00$2,880$149,760–$82.58/hr$3,303/wk$171,766/yr across the middle 50% of active Radiology Allied Health Professional postings nationwide.
655 unique employers · 1,043 cities · 55 states. Pay moved +1.3% over the last 30 days.
How Radiology Technologist pay is distributed.
10% of postings pay under $36.50/hr$1,460/wk$75,920/yr. The top 10% pay above $88.08/hr$3,523/wk$183,206/yr.
How Radiology Technologist pay has moved month over month.
Median pay moved from $74.80 in May 2026 to $38.50 in Oct 2026 (-48.5%). Bars show monthly posting volume; the line tracks the posting-weighted median.
| Month | Median /hr/wk/yr | P25–P75 | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2026 | $74.80$2,992$155,584 | $46.50$1,860$96,720–$81.05$3,242$168,584 | 1,191 |
| Jun 2026 | $77.72$3,109$161,658 | $73.47$2,939$152,818–$83.03$3,321$172,702 | 2,929 |
| Jul 2026 | $79.88$3,195$166,150 | $75.30$3,012$156,624–$84.15$3,366$175,032 | 2,309 |
| Aug 2026 | $77.95$3,118$162,136 | $74.20$2,968$154,336–$83.00$3,320$172,640 | 1,573 |
| Sep 2026 | $38.00$1,520$79,040 | $34.00$1,360$70,720–$44.50$1,780$92,560 | 392 |
| Oct 2026 | $38.50$1,540$80,080 | $33.50$1,340$69,680–$47.25$1,890$98,280 | 355 |
Radiology Technologist pay across every state with live data.
Showing all 49 states with live data. Bars scale to the highest-paying state.
The metros writing the biggest Radiology Technologist paychecks.
| City | State | Median /hr/wk/yr | P25–P75 | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| urbana | IL · ILLINOIS | $100.29$4,012$208,603 | $84.62$3,385$176,010–$103.63$4,145$215,550 | 72 |
| sitka | AK · ALASKA | $96.27$3,851$200,242 | $91.56$3,662$190,445–$98.40$3,936$204,672 | 30 |
| peoria | IL · ILLINOIS | $92.38$3,695$192,150 | $84.71$3,388$176,197–$95.96$3,838$199,597 | 86 |
| newton | MA · MASSACHUSETTS | $91.15$3,646$189,592 | $47.25$1,890$98,280–$93.80$3,752$195,104 | 15 |
| johnson city | NY · NEW YORK | $90.07$3,603$187,346 | $81.23$3,249$168,958–$95.20$3,808$198,016 | 82 |
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Where the top of the market is paying for Radiology Technologist.
| Employer | Median /hr/wk/yr | Range | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|
| alliance services, inc. | $90.00$3,600$187,200 | $73.00$2,920$151,840–$92.00$3,680$191,360 | 8 |
| commonspirit health at home | $100.00$4,000$208,000 | $100.00$4,000$208,000–$100.00$4,000$208,000 | 6 |
| compunnel healthcare | $87.50$3,500$182,000 | $75.00$3,000$156,000–$93.00$3,720$193,440 | 5 |
| curam staffing | $100.65$4,026$209,352 | $75.08$3,003$156,166–$102.00$4,080$212,160 | 11 |
| express healthcare staffing ny | $106.10$4,244$220,688 | $99.10$3,964$206,128–$108.10$4,324$224,848 | 27 |
| medsource llc | $96.15$3,846$199,992 | $72.65$2,906$151,112–$112.98$4,519$234,998 | 7 |
| nd global consulting services | $87.58$3,503$182,166 | $74.03$2,961$153,982–$108.10$4,324$224,848 | 11 |
| prokatchers | $88.75$3,550$184,600 | $73.75$2,950$153,400–$109.72$4,389$228,218 | 16 |
| seven healthcare | $92.70$3,708$192,816 | $72.50$2,900$150,800–$122.22$4,889$254,218 | 38 |
| smarter healthcare partners | $92.63$3,705$192,670 | $79.50$3,180$165,360–$111.00$4,440$230,880 | 7 |
Showing all 10 employers with live pay data.
How Radiology Technologist pay shifts by schedule and contract type.
Travel Contract pays the most at $79.55/hr$3,182/wk$165,464/yr median — 170% above Travel at $29.50/hr$1,180/wk$61,360/yr.
How to become a Radiology Technologist.
Radiologic Technologists perform diagnostic X-ray examinations, positioning patients and operating imaging equipment to create images for physician interpretation.
Radiologic technologists complete a JRCERT-accredited program, then pass the ARRT certification exam. This credential opens doors to advanced modalities like CT, MRI, and mammography.
| Degree | Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Degree in Radiologic TechnologyAAS-RT | 2 years | Entry-level degree accredited by JRCERT. Includes didactic coursework and clinical rotations. |
| Bachelor of Science in Radiologic SciencesBSRS | 4 years | Comprehensive degree with advanced imaging. Preferred for management and multi-modality careers. |
| Certificate ProgramRT Certificate | 18-24 months | Intensive certificate programs for career changers. Less common than degree programs. |
Required in most states. Requirements vary—some states require state exam, others accept ARRT.
National certification required by most employers. Must pass ARRT radiography exam.
CPR certification required for patient care settings.
| Credential | Issued by | Pay impact |
|---|---|---|
| ARRT (R) Radiography Certification Primary certification for radiologic technologists. Gateway to advanced modality certifications. | ARRT | Required credential |
| ARRT (CT) Computed Tomography Post-primary certification adding CT capability. High demand modality. | ARRT | +$3-8/hour |
| ARRT (M) Mammography Certification for breast imaging. FDA requires additional training for mammography. | ARRT | +$2-5/hour |
| ARRT (MR) Magnetic Resonance Imaging Post-primary MRI certification. Combines well with CT for maximum flexibility. | ARRT | +$3-8/hour |
| ARRT (BD) Bone Densitometry Certification for DEXA bone density scanning. Often combined with general radiography. | ARRT | +$1-3/hour |
- 0-3 yearsStaff Radiologic Technologist
Entry-level ARRT-certified tech performing general diagnostic radiography.
- 3-5 yearsSenior Radiologic Technologist
Experienced tech handling complex cases, trauma, and OR imaging. May train students.
- 5-8 yearsMulti-Modality Technologist
Certified in multiple modalities (CT, MRI, Mammo). Maximum flexibility and earning potential.
- 8-10 yearsLead/Supervisor Radiologic Technologist
Coordinates daily operations, staffing, and quality for radiography department.
- 10+ yearsRadiology Manager
Manages radiology department operations, budgets, and staff. Bachelor's preferred.
- 15+ yearsDirector of Imaging Services
Executive oversight of all imaging modalities. Master's degree often required.
Schedule. Varies significantly. Hospitals require 24/7 coverage with all shifts. Outpatient usually weekdays. ED and trauma imaging can be high-stress with unpredictable volumes.
Physical demands. Moderate physical demands. Patient positioning, moving portable equipment, and wearing lead aprons. Radiation safety monitoring required. Standing for extended periods.
General radiography has stable demand. Multi-modality techs have best job prospects. Travel rad tech positions pay $1,800-3,000+/week. Advanced modalities (CT, MRI) offer better pay.
What clinicians ask about Radiology Technologist pay.
What is the average Radiology Technologist salary in 2026?
The median Radiology Technologist salary is $77.03/hr (approximately $160,222/yr) based on 9,528 active job postings.
What is the pay range for Radiology Technologist?
Hourly pay ranges from $72.00 at the 25th percentile to $82.58 at the 75th percentile, with the top 10% earning above $88.08/hr.
Which state pays Radiology Technologist roles the most?
Alaska currently leads with a median of $90.19/hr across 48 postings.
How many employers are hiring Radiology Technologists?
Our dataset shows 655 unique employers posting Radiology Technologist roles across 55 states.
Where does TrueRounds get Radiology Technologist salary data?
All salary figures are computed from active US healthcare job postings with listed pay ranges, collected over a rolling 6-month window and weighted by posting volume.
Explore other Allied Health Professional tracks.
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Active US healthcare postings. Weighted by volume. Refreshed daily.
Pay benchmarks are computed from active job postings with listed pay ranges, collected on a rolling 6-month window. Each role's percentiles are weighted by posting volume so a metro with two postings doesn't outweigh a metro with two hundred. Outliers (postings priced more than 4× the role median) are dropped to avoid contract-line distortion.
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