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CT Technologist jobs in New Brunswick, NJ
The median CT Technologist pay in the New Brunswick area is $47.35 per hour ($98,490 a year), with the typical range running from $39.43 to $50.66. 1 open role with published pay is listed for New Brunswick and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in New Brunswick. The free report below lists employers near New Brunswick 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 in the metro area
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Get my free pay reportCT Technologist pay in New Brunswick, NJ
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 New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick
- 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 New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $122 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,414 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,382 |
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 Brunswick
CMS lists 3 hospitals in New Brunswick, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Peter's University Hospital New Brunswick, NJ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick, NJ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Children's Specialized Hospital New Brunswick, NJ | Children's | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plainfield, NJ | 9 mi | $47.35/hr | 56,507 |
| Perth Amboy, NJ | 9 mi | $47.35/hr | 56,939 |
| Trenton, NJ | 25 mi | $40.78/hr | 91,193 |
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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New Brunswick city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do CT Technologists make in New Brunswick, 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 New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the New York-Newark-Jersey City area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near New Brunswick.
Do I need a New Jersey license to work in New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick?
The federal per diem benchmark in New Brunswick is $122 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,414 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 Brunswick?
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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
+ 8 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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