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CT Technologist jobs in New Orleans, LA
The median CT Technologist pay in the New Orleans area is $32.08 per hour ($66,730 a year), with the typical range running from $30.09 to $36.98. That ranks 207th of 342 U.S. metro areas for CT Technologist pay, and 191st of 306 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in New Orleans. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near New Orleans.
- $32.08median pay per hour, New Orleans
- $30–$37typical range per hour
- 920CT Technologists employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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1 more open role from employers in New Orleans. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
CT Technologist pay in New Orleans, LA
The metro median is 6% above the Louisiana statewide median of $30.17 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 920 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the New Orleans-Metairie metro area, 2.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.44).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $25.08 | $52,170 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $30.09 | $62,590 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $32.08 | $66,730 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.98 | $76,920 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $42.18 | $87,730 | 13% above U.S. median |
How New Orleans ranks
- 207th of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 191st of 306 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 8 Louisiana 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.
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Get my free pay reportWhat your pay buys in New Orleans
- Overall prices in New Orleans-Metairie run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $32.08 median hour buys what $34.64 buys at the national price level, 7% 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.
Estimate your New Orleans paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,155
- Per year: $57,744
- Per month: $4,812
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the New Orleans-Metairie metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in New Orleans
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $158 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,666 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,658 |
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. 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).
Hospitals in New Orleans
CMS lists 10 hospitals in New Orleans, 1 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CT Technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ochsner Medical Center Acute New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System New Orleans, LA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Touro Infirmary New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Medical Center New Orleans New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Childrens Hospital New Orleans, LA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| New Orleans East Hospital New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
| St Charles Surgical Hospital New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Other | Not rated | No |
| Beacon Behavioral Hospital- New Orleans, Llc New Orleans, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Community Care Hospital New Orleans, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| River Oaks Hospital New Orleans, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenner, LA | 19 mi | $32.08/hr | 64,650 |
| Gulfport, MS | 58 mi | $24.39/hr | 74,621 |
| Mobile, AL | 117 mi | $28.57/hr | 201,367 |
| Jackson, MS | 157 mi | $28.18/hr | 141,449 |
| Pensacola, FL | 166 mi | $31.68/hr | 53,898 |
| Lake Charles, LA | 196 mi | $30.33/hr | 81,157 |
CT Technologist jobs in Louisiana · CT Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Louisiana
ARRT certification, with CT registry for most roles. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Louisiana requires for your role with the Louisiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Louisiana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in New Orleans
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Common questions
How much do CT Technologists make in New Orleans, LA?
CT Technologists in the New Orleans-Metairie metro area have a median pay of $32.08 per hour, about $66,730 a year. The middle half earn between $30.09 and $36.98 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is New Orleans a good place for CT Technologists once cost of living is counted?
New Orleans-Metairie ranks 191st of 306 metro areas for CT Technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 207th of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do CT Technologists work in New Orleans?
CMS lists 10 hospitals in New Orleans, led by Ochsner Medical Center Acute. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Louisiana license to work in New Orleans as a CT Technologist?
ARRT certification, with CT registry for most roles. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Louisiana requires for your role with the Louisiana 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 New Orleans?
The federal per diem benchmark in New Orleans is $158 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,666 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place CT Technologists in New Orleans?
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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
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