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Radiologic Technologist salary

Radiologic technologists perform diagnostic imaging exams such as X-rays and CT scans.

Median annual

$73,000

Median hourly

$35

Top 10% earn

$95,000+

Salary range

Bottom 10%$54,000
Median$73,000
Top 10%$95,000

Radiologic Technologist salary by experience level

How pay typically progresses from a first job to a senior role, modelled from the reported national pay distribution.

ExperienceYearsAnnualHourlyvs median
Entry level0–2 years$57,000$27-22%
Early career2–5 years$66,000$32-10%
Mid career5–10 years$76,500$37+5%
Senior / experienced10+ years$89,200$43+22%
  • Entry level: Starting pay for newly qualified radiologic technologists, before specialisation or overtime.
  • Early career: Pay rises quickly once you can work independently and take on harder assignments.
  • Mid career: Most workers sit around this level, often with a specialism or a first supervisory role.
  • Senior / experienced: Lead, senior or management roles, plus the highest-paying employers and locations.

Career details

Education

Associate degree in radiography plus state licensure.

Job outlook

6% growth through 2033 — imaging demand keeps rising.

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