Medical Imaging AI Specialist Salary.
Across 30 U.S. cities.
$190,000
national median salary
$142,000 to $248,000. Last updated April 2026.
Highest Paying
$262,000
San Jose, CA
Best Purchasing Power
$198,000
Providence, RI
Lowest Paying
$148,000
Charleston, WV
Salary data sourced from SEC filings, H-1B Labor Condition Applications (DOL), Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, and aggregated job postings across 50+ platforms. Ranges reflect 25th to 75th percentile for full-time positions. Cost-of-living adjustments use Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (2025 index). Last updated April 2026.
The average Medical Imaging AI Specialist salary in the United States is $190,000 in 2026, with the full range spanning $142,000 at the 25th percentile to $248,000 at the 75th. San Jose pays the most at $262,000, while Providence offers the best purchasing power after cost-of-living adjustments. Deep knowledge of medical image analysis, FDA regulatory pathways, and clinical validation methodologies drives top compensation.
Medical Imaging AI Specialist salary by city
What you should know
Deep knowledge of medical image analysis, FDA regulatory pathways, and clinical validation methodologies drives top compensation. Specialists who understand radiology workflows and can navigate the 510(k) or De Novo approval process are extremely rare. Experience with specific modalities like CT, MRI, pathology, or ultrasound AI adds significant premiums.
Junior medical imaging engineers start at $115,000 to $150,000. Mid level specialists with regulatory submission experience earn $170,000 to $215,000. Senior specialists reach $220,000 to $275,000. VP of AI at medical imaging companies can exceed $350,000 in total compensation with equity.
Equity at medical AI startups adds 20 to 40% of total compensation. Performance bonuses of 15 to 25% are standard. Signing bonuses of $25,000 to $75,000 are common. Benefits often include continuing medical education credits and conference travel budgets.