Radiologic Technologist Salary.
Across 30 U.S. cities.
$65,000
national median salary
$54,000 to $78,000. Last updated April 2026.
Highest Paying
$91,000
San Jose, CA
Best Purchasing Power
$68,000
Baltimore, MD
Lowest Paying
$49,000
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 Radiologic Technologist salary in the United States is $65,000 in 2026, with the full range spanning $54,000 at the 25th percentile to $78,000 at the 75th. San Jose pays the most at $91,000, while Baltimore offers the best purchasing power after cost-of-living adjustments. Modality specialization is the primary pay driver, with CT, MRI, and interventional radiology techs earning significantly more than general X-ray techs.
Radiologic Technologist salary by city
What you should know
Modality specialization is the primary pay driver, with CT, MRI, and interventional radiology techs earning significantly more than general X-ray techs. ARRT certification is the baseline, and additional modality registries add incremental pay. Hospital size, shift availability, and metropolitan location also influence salary levels.
General X-ray techs start at $52,000 to $58,000. Adding CT or MRI certification brings pay to $65,000 to $78,000 within three to five years. Lead techs or imaging supervisors earn $80,000 to $95,000 with departmental oversight and quality assurance responsibilities.
Rad techs receive shift differentials for evenings and weekends, CE reimbursement, and comprehensive benefits. On-call pay for trauma and emergency imaging adds $3,000 to $8,000 annually. Some hospitals offer modality certification bonuses.