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PET-CT Technologist
Akumin · Jersey City, NJ
$65.89–$78.81/ hour
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CT Technologist jobs in Jersey City, NJ
Pay for CT Technologists in the Jersey City area centers on $47.35 per hour, or about $98,490 a year. The lower quarter earns under $39.43 and the upper quarter over $50.66. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Jersey City. That ranks 25th of 342 U.S. metro areas for CT Technologist pay, and 44th of 306 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Jersey City and what they pay.
- $47.35median pay per hour, New York
- $39–$51typical range per hour
- 13,440CT Technologists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 15% above the New Jersey statewide median of $41.12 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 13,440 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.99).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $33.56 | $69,800 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.43 | $82,010 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Median | $47.35 | $98,490 | 27% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.66 | $105,370 | 36% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $60.30 | $125,420 | 61% above U.S. median |
How Jersey City ranks
- 25th of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 44th of 306 after adjusting for local prices
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 Jersey City
- Overall prices in New York-Newark-Jersey City run 13% above the U.S. average (index 112.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 49% above the U.S. average (index 148.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $47.35 median hour buys what $42.07 buys at the national price level, 13% above 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 Jersey City paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,705
- Per year: $85,230
- Per month: $7,102
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Jersey City
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $156 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,694 |
| 13-week assignment | $22,022 |
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 Jersey City
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Jersey 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jersey City Medical Center Jersey City, NJ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Heights University Hospital Jersey City, NJ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoboken, NJ | 3 mi | $47.35/hr | 59,149 |
| Bayonne, NJ | 4 mi | $47.35/hr | 74,532 |
CT Technologist jobs in New Jersey · CT Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in New Jersey
ARRT certification, with CT registry for most roles. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Jersey requires for your role with the New Jersey licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
New Jersey 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 Jersey City, NJ?
CT Technologists in the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area have a median pay of $47.35 per hour, about $98,490 a year. The middle half earn between $39.43 and $50.66 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Jersey City a good place for CT Technologists once cost of living is counted?
New York-Newark-Jersey City ranks 44th of 306 metro areas for CT Technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 25th of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run 13% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring CT Technologists in Jersey City?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Jersey City. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Jersey City.
Do I need a New Jersey license to work in Jersey City as a CT Technologist?
ARRT certification, with CT registry for most roles. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Jersey requires for your role with the New Jersey 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 Jersey City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Jersey City is $156 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,694 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
- Jefferson HealthNew Jersey · 8 postings$42.68/ hr$35–$55
- 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
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2What they are offering now
Low$35Median$42.68High$55
10 CT Tech postings with published pay in New Jersey, 1 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 10 CT Tech roles
- PET-CT TechnologistPermanent$65.89–$78.81/ hour
- CT Technologist (Full Time) - StratfordPermanent$38.40–$54.71/ hour
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