Radiology Technologist Salary Guide
Comprehensive salary data for radiology technologists across specialties and states. Plan your career with up-to-date compensation information.
National Salary Overview
Median Salary
$65,000
per year
Mean Salary
$68,000
per year
Entry Level
$48,000
10th percentile
Top Earners
$95,000+
90th percentile
* Figures shown are approximate estimates. Actual salary data will be displayed when BLS data becomes available.
Salary by Specialty
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Salary
X-ray and general diagnostic imaging positions.
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CT Technologist Salary
Computed tomography scanning and imaging positions.
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MRI Technologist Salary
Magnetic resonance imaging positions.
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Mammography Technologist Salary
Breast imaging and mammography positions.
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Interventional Radiology Technologist Salary
Interventional and vascular radiology positions.
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary
Nuclear medicine and PET scan positions.
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Radiation Therapist Salary
Radiation therapy and oncology treatment positions.
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Sonographer / Ultrasound Technologist Salary
Diagnostic medical sonography and ultrasound positions.
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Cardiovascular Technologist Salary
Cardiac imaging and cardiovascular technology positions.
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Travel Radiology Technologist Salary
Travel and contract radiology positions nationwide.
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Salary by State
Factors That Affect Rad Tech Salary
Radiology technologist salaries vary based on several key factors including geographic location, years of experience, subspecialty certifications, and work setting. Techs working in metropolitan areas and states with higher costs of living generally earn more. Advanced certifications in modalities like MRI, CT, or interventional radiology can significantly increase earning potential.
Travel rad tech positions often offer higher pay rates along with housing stipends. Shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts can also boost total compensation. Many employers offer additional benefits including sign-on bonuses, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education allowances.