Radiology Tech Salary
Radiology tech salary is dependent on several factors including the type of facility you work in, geographic location, and your level of skill and experience. Browse radiology technician salary by position, geographic region, and level of education. You can also compare radiology tech salary by specialization. The field of radiology provides many paths for advancement and increased salary potential.
Compare July 2010 Salary Information by State
Radiology Tech Salary At A Glance
| Radiology Job Title | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologic Technologist (Radiology Tech) | $41,612 | $52,336 | $81,136 |
| X-ray Technician | $41,612 | $52,336 | $81,136 |
| Ultrasound Technician | $40,960 | $67,670 | $77,520 |
| MRI Technician | $48,371 | $61,928 | $83,638 |
| Medical Assisting w/ Limited X-Ray | $29,000 | $38,000 | $47,000 |
| Nuclear Medicine Tech | $56,400 | $69,083 | $95,906 |
| Radiologist Assistant (R.A.) | $90,076 | $102,972 | $112,615 |
| Radiologist (M.D.) | $309,976 | $361,538 | $434,022 |
*data from American Medical Association & indeed.com
Factors that Effect Radiology Technician Salary
- Level of education and training received
- Type of medial facility (hospital, diagnostic image lab, physician office)
- Geographic location (urban / dense versus rural)
Radiology Tech Salary & Specializing
The specialization you choose can have an effect on your compensation as well. The following data was taken from Aunt Minnie.com's salary poll conducted in March of 2009. You can learn more about specific areas of specialization in radiology, visit our radiology specializations page.
Radiology Salary By Specialization
| Radiology Specialization | Average Radiology Salary |
|---|---|
| General Radiology Tech(No Specialization) | $47,509 |
| Interventional Radiology | $70,309 |
| Nuclear Medicine / PET | $69,739 |
| Ultrasound | $64,869 |
| MRI | $64,716 |
| CT | $62,720 |
| Mammography | $56,285 |
*data from Aunt Minnie.com
Regions Paying Highest Radiology Salary
United States Region |
Average Radiology Salary |
|---|---|
| Pacific (AK, WA, OR, CA, HI) | $74,183 |
| New England (ME, VT, NH, MA, RI, CT) | $68,826 |
| Middle Atlantic (NY, NJ, PA) | $61,373 |
| South Atlantic (DE, MD, WV, VA, NC, SC, GA, Fl, WADC) | $60,840 |
*data from Aunt Minnie.com
Salary Information by State
Below you'll find a more detailed look at average base salaries for radiologic technologists by state. We've also included salary information for ultrasound technicians and medical assistants. To find schools that offer these programs just click on the name of each state. The salary range may be different in your local community and will depend on the size of the hospital or clinic. Often times radiology college career centers can help you find the highest paying jobs in your area. A recent Salary.com survey found that nearly 80% of Radiologic Technologist jobs are filled by individuals with an Associates degree. In only two years you can make a great living in a very rewarding career. For those looking to move into clinic management you should consider earning your Bachelors degree. Currently almost 17% of working technologists have a Bachelors degree.
Compare Salary Information by State
 |
 |
 |
 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $67,400 |
$83,000 |
$52,000 |
| Alaska | $53,400 |
$65,000 |
$41,300 |
| Arizona | $54,000 |
$67,000 |
$42,000 |
| Arkansas | $53,800 |
$67,300 |
$42,600 |
| California | $61,000 |
$76,500 |
$47,800 |
| Colorado | $55,400 |
$69,300 |
$43,000 |
| Connecticut | $65,000 |
$81,000 |
$50,000 |
| Delaware | $62,100 |
$74,000 |
$46,500 |
| Florida | $60,400 |
$74,300 |
$46,200 |
| Georgia | $63,200 |
$81,000 |
$50,000 |
| Hawaii | $48,600 |
$62,400 |
$39,000 |
| Idaho | $50,000 |
$64,000 |
$40,300 |
| Illinois | $63,000 |
$81,000 |
$50,000 |
| Indiana | $61,000 |
$78,200 |
49,500 |
| Iowa | $58,700 |
$76,400 |
$47,000 |
| Kansas | $52,100 |
$67,600 |
$42,300 |
| Kentucky | $63,000 |
$81,000 |
$51,000 |
| Louisiana | $49,000 |
$63,700 |
$40,300 |
| Maine | $47,300 |
$61,000 |
$38,900 |
| Maryland | $63,500 |
$81,000 |
$50,000 |
| Massachusetts | $66,000 |
$85,300 |
$53,000 |
| Michigan | $58,000 |
$75,000 |
$47,000 |
| Minnesota | $54,500 |
$70,000 |
$43,000 |
| Mississippi | $76,000 |
$98,000 |
$61,000 |
| Missouri | $62,500 |
$80,000 |
$50,100 |
| Montana | $61,000 |
$79,300 |
$49,000 |
| Nebraska | $54,000 |
$69,200 |
$43,000 |
| Nevada | $56,600 |
$72,900 |
$45,000 |
| New Hampshire | $50,300 |
$71,100 |
$44,000 |
| New Jersey | $62,000 |
$79,000 |
$49,000 |
| New Mexico | $56,400 |
$72,00 |
$45,000 |
| New York | $70,000 |
$90,000 |
$56,000 |
| North Carolina | $59,000 |
$76,000 |
$48,000 |
| North Dakota | $62,100 |
$80,000 |
$50,000 |
| Ohio | $55,700 |
$71,000 |
$44,000 |
| Oklahoma | $54,000 |
$70,000 |
$43,000 |
| Oregon | $57,000 |
$73,800 |
$46,600 |
| Pennsylvania | $57,600 |
$73,000 |
$45,400 |
| Rhode Island | $57,000 |
$73,800 |
$46,000 |
| South Carolina | $53,800 |
$68,000 |
$43,000 |
| South Dakota | $55,000 |
$71,200 |
$44,500 |
| Tennessee | $60,000 |
$77,000 |
$48,000 |
| Texas | $57,000 |
$73,000 |
$45,300 |
| Utah | $47,300 |
$61,300 |
$38,000 |
| Vermont | $61,000 |
$78,000 |
$49,200 |
| Virginia | $62,300 |
$80,000 |
$50,000 |
| Washington | $53,000 |
$68,000 |
$42,500 |
| West Virginia | $71,000 |
$92,200 |
$57,000 |
| Wisconsin | $49,000 |
$63,000 |
$39,000 |
| Wyoming | $67,000 |
$86,000 |
$54,500 |
*This data was compiled with help from Indeed.com, Salary.com & from Aunt Minnie.com
Opportunities For Higher Earning Potential
Radiologic tech’s have many avenues to expand their earnings. In addition to gaining experience, there is always the option to obtain additional earnings by enrolling in a radiology certificate program. It is not uncommon for an entry level X-Ray Tech to learn additional procedures. Some choose to advance, with additional certification, to become a Radiologist Assistant. The Radiologist Assistant (R.A.) position was created to help Radiologist (M.D.'s) with their workload due to the Radiologist shortage in the United States.
