PermanentPosted 30 days ago
CT Technologist Wknd
CommonSpirit Health · Council Bluffs, IA
$29.36–$43.68/ hour
CT Technologist jobs in Sioux City, IA
The median CT Technologist pay in the Sioux City area is $29.78 per hour ($61,950 a year), with the typical range running from $25.42 to $33.53. That ranks 296th of 342 U.S. metro areas for CT Technologist pay, and 208th of 306 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Sioux City. The free report below lists employers near Sioux City and what they pay.
- $29.78median pay per hour, Sioux City
- $25–$34typical range per hour
- 140CT Technologists employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CT Technologist pay in Sioux City, IA
The metro median is 4% below the Iowa statewide median of $30.94 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 140 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the Sioux City metro area, 1.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.32).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.23 | $50,400 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $25.42 | $52,870 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.78 | $61,950 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $33.53 | $69,740 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $36.13 | $75,150 | 3% below U.S. median |
How Sioux City ranks
- 296th of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 208th of 306 after adjusting for local prices
- 8th of 8 Iowa metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for CT Technologist. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Radiologic Technologists and Technicians.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Radiologic Technologists and Technicians (SOC 29-2034), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Sioux City
- Overall prices in Sioux City run 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 42% below the U.S. average (index 57.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $29.78 median hour buys what $34.45 buys at the national price level, 8% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,072
- Per year: $53,604
- Per month: $4,467
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Sioux City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Sioux City
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel CT Technologist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
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Hospitals in Sioux City
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Sioux City, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CT Technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercyone Siouxland Medical Center Sioux City, IA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| St Lukes Regional Medical Center Sioux City, IA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
CT Technologist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD | 74 mi | $29.94/hr | 209,289 |
| Omaha, NE | 87 mi | $33.14/hr | 489,265 |
| Council Bluffs, IA | 91 mi | $33.14/hr | 62,665 |
| Bellevue, NE | 96 mi | $33.14/hr | 64,777 |
| Lincoln, NE | 117 mi | $31.20/hr | 300,619 |
| Ames, IA | 145 mi | $30.94/hr | 69,026 |
CT Technologist jobs in Iowa · CT Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Iowa
ARRT certification, with CT registry for most roles. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Iowa requires for your role with the Iowa licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Iowa taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do CT Technologists make in Sioux City, IA?
CT Technologists in the Sioux City metro area have a median pay of $29.78 per hour, about $61,950 a year. The middle half earn between $25.42 and $33.53 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Sioux City a good place for CT Technologists once cost of living is counted?
Sioux City ranks 208th of 306 metro areas for CT Technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 296th of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Where do CT Technologists work in Sioux City?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Sioux City, led by Mercyone Siouxland Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Iowa license to work in Sioux City as a CT Technologist?
ARRT certification, with CT registry for most roles. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Iowa requires for your role with the Iowa licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Sioux City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Sioux City is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place CT Technologists in Sioux City?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- El Camino HealthMountain View, CA · 3 postings$84.19/ hr$74–$94
- NewYork-PresbyterianNew York · 3 postings$65.20/ hr$57–$72
- AkuminConcord, NH · 3 postings$61.94/ hr$55–$69
- Saint Charles Health SystemPrineville, OR · 4 postings$59.42/ hr$48–$72
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Low$33Median$47.45High$67
330 CT Tech postings with published pay in the US, 236 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 CT Tech roles
- CT Technologist WkndPermanent$29.36–$43.68/ hour
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