What is the current national median pay for radiologic technologists?
BLS reports a May 2025 median annual wage of $80,110 for radiologic technologists and technicians. A median is the middle of the national wage distribution, not a starting salary or a local job offer.
BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook ↗How is MRI technologist pay different?
BLS reports a May 2025 national median of $95,480 for MRI technologists. MRI and radiography have different work and training pathways; compare the requirements as well as pay.
BLS: radiologic and MRI technologists ↗Is a radiologic technologist the same as a radiologist?
No. A radiologist is a physician. Radiologic technologists perform imaging examinations within their training and authorized scope. This site focuses on imaging technologist careers.
BLS: duties and education ↗Will I earn the median immediately after graduating?
Not necessarily. Experience, location, employer, shifts, credentials and the role offered all affect pay. Use an actual written offer to compare compensation and costs.
How to read salary data ↗Does completing a program automatically make me certified?
No. ARRT describes separate education, ethics and examination requirements. Ask the program and credentialing organization to confirm the exact pathway that applies to you.
ARRT: requirements ↗Is program accreditation the same as professional certification?
No. Accreditation concerns an educational program. Certification and registration concern an individual. State licensing requirements are another separate check.
JRCERT: student FAQs ↗Where can I compare radiography programs?
Use JRCERT’s directory to check program accreditation status and published information. Also confirm eligibility directly with ARRT and your state’s licensing authority. Do not assume every program qualifies for every pathway.
JRCERT program directory ↗What does the pay comparison tool calculate?
It converts the hourly pay, weekly hours and working weeks you enter into a gross annual estimate, and subtracts the listed commute and training costs for comparison. It does not estimate taxes, benefits, overtime or a guaranteed salary.
Pay comparison tool ↗Can this site enroll me in a program or find a job for me?
No. It is an independent career-information website. Contact programs and employers directly. General enquiries go to the website owner.
About the guide ↗How often are the figures updated?
The current pages identify the BLS data year and the date checked. The latest data may describe an earlier year; we do not relabel historical wages as current job offers.
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