PermanentPosted 27 days ago
PET-CT Technologist
Akumin · Portland, ME
$55.34–$68.53/ hour
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CT Technologist jobs in Portland, ME
CT Technologists in the Portland area earn a median of $37.42 per hour, about $77,830 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $31.07 and $42.43. That ranks 106th of 342 U.S. metro areas for CT Technologist pay, and 146th of 306 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Portland. The free report below lists employers near Portland and what they pay.
- $37.42median pay per hour, Portland
- $31–$42typical range per hour
- 400CT Technologists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is in line with the Maine statewide median of $37.38 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 400 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the Portland-South Portland metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.97).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $28.36 | $58,990 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $31.07 | $64,630 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.42 | $77,830 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $42.43 | $88,250 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $48.08 | $100,010 | 29% above U.S. median |
How Portland ranks
- 106th of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 146th of 306 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Maine 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 Portland
- Overall prices in Portland-South Portland run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% above the U.S. average (index 105.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.42 median hour buys what $36.74 buys at the national price level, 2% 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 Portland paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,347
- Per year: $67,356
- Per month: $5,613
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Portland-South Portland metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Portland
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $152 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,624 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,112 |
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 Portland
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Portland, 2 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CT Technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, ME | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Northern Light Mercy Hospital Portland, ME | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haverhill, MA | 74 mi | $48.94/hr | 68,291 |
| Manchester, NH | 78 mi | $39.84/hr | 116,386 |
| Lawrence, MA | 81 mi | $48.94/hr | 89,332 |
| Peabody, MA | 86 mi | $48.94/hr | 55,418 |
| Lynn, MA | 89 mi | $48.94/hr | 103,489 |
| Lowell, MA | 89 mi | $48.94/hr | 120,418 |
CT Technologist jobs in Maine · CT Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Maine
ARRT certification, with CT registry for most roles. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maine requires for your role with the Maine licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Maine taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Portland
Portland city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do CT Technologists make in Portland, ME?
CT Technologists in the Portland-South Portland metro area have a median pay of $37.42 per hour, about $77,830 a year. The middle half earn between $31.07 and $42.43 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Portland a good place for CT Technologists once cost of living is counted?
Portland-South Portland ranks 146th of 306 metro areas for CT Technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 106th of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring CT Technologists in Portland?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Portland. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Portland.
Do I need a Maine license to work in Portland as a CT Technologist?
ARRT certification, with CT registry for most roles. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maine requires for your role with the Maine 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 Portland?
The federal per diem benchmark in Portland is $152 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,624 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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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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2What they are offering now
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: 2 CT Tech roles
- CT TechnologistPermanent$34.50–$38.25/ hour
- PET-CT TechnologistPermanent$55.34–$68.53/ hour
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