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Ultrasound Technician salary
Ultrasound technicians operate imaging equipment to create images used for diagnosis.
Median annual
$85,000
Median hourly
$41
Top 10% earn
$108,000+
Salary range
Bottom 10%$62,000
Median$85,000
Top 10%$108,000
Ultrasound Technician salary by experience level
How pay typically progresses from a first job to a senior role, modelled from the reported national pay distribution.
| Experience | Years | Annual | Hourly | vs median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry level | 0–2 years | $65,700 | $32 | -23% |
| Early career | 2–5 years | $76,500 | $37 | -10% |
| Mid career | 5–10 years | $88,600 | $43 | +4% |
| Senior / experienced | 10+ years | $101,900 | $49 | +20% |
- Entry level: Starting pay for newly qualified ultrasound technicians, 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 diagnostic medical sonography plus certification.
Job outlook
11% growth through 2033 — much faster than average.
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