PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Certified CT Technologist - Full-Time - Evenings - Allen - *Offering Competitive Sign-on Bonus!*
NewYork-Presbyterian · New York
$59.75–$70.65/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
CT Technologist jobs in Buffalo, NY
CT Technologists in the Buffalo area earn a median of $38.53 per hour, about $80,130 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $34.14 and $40.76. That ranks 77th of 342 U.S. metro areas for CT Technologist pay, and 65th of 306 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Buffalo. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Buffalo.
- $38.53median pay per hour, Buffalo
- $34–$41typical range per hour
- 990CT Technologists employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CT Technologist pay in Buffalo, NY
The metro median is 12% below the New York statewide median of $44.00 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 990 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the Buffalo-Cheektowaga metro area, 1.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.29).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $27.05 | $56,260 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $34.14 | $71,010 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.53 | $80,130 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $40.76 | $84,780 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $46.86 | $97,470 | 25% above U.S. median |
How Buffalo ranks
- 77th of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 65th of 306 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 10 New York 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 Buffalo
- Overall prices in Buffalo-Cheektowaga run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 19% below the U.S. average (index 81.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.53 median hour buys what $40.20 buys at the national price level, 8% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,387
- Per year: $69,354
- Per month: $5,780
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Buffalo-Cheektowaga metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Buffalo
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $128 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,456 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,928 |
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).
Open CT Technologist roles in New York
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PermanentPosted 6 days ago
CT Technologist - Full-Time - Nights - Weill Cornell | *Offering Competitive Sign-on Bonus!*
NewYork-Presbyterian · New York
$59.85–$71.51/ hour
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PermanentPosted 20 days ago
CT Technologist - CT Scan
Glens Falls Hospital · Glens Falls, NY
$33.08–$49.62/ hour
PermanentPosted 23 days ago
PET-CT Technologist
Akumin · Saratoga Springs, NY
$55.35–$71.95/ hour
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PermanentPosted 23 days ago
CT Technologist - Full Time - Evenings *Sign-On Bonus Eligible*
NewYork-Presbyterian · New York
$57.45–$68.35/ hour
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Per diemPosted 30+ days ago
Rad/CT Tech PDM - $10/hr PDM CT diff + $1.50 IV Cert diff! (On-site CT Training available!)
Garnet Health · Harris, NY
$43.84–$51.57/ hour
Hospitals in Buffalo
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Buffalo, 1 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CT Technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upstate New York Va Healthcare System (Western Ny Va Healthcare System) Buffalo, NY | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Kaleida Health Buffalo, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sisters Of Charity Hospital Buffalo, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Erie County Medical Center Buffalo, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo Buffalo, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Brylin Hosp Buffalo, NY | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Buffalo Psychiatric Center Buffalo, NY | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester, NY | 66 mi | $36.54/hr | 207,282 |
| Erie, PA | 82 mi | $28.12/hr | 92,940 |
| Syracuse, NY | 138 mi | $40.24/hr | 146,097 |
| Youngstown, OH | 154 mi | $34.87/hr | 59,123 |
| Cleveland, OH | 174 mi | $37.53/hr | 365,379 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | 179 mi | $30.88/hr | 307,668 |
CT Technologist jobs in New York · CT Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in New York
ARRT certification, with CT registry for most roles. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New York requires for your role with the New York licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
New York taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Buffalo
Buffalo city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do CT Technologists make in Buffalo, NY?
CT Technologists in the Buffalo-Cheektowaga metro area have a median pay of $38.53 per hour, about $80,130 a year. The middle half earn between $34.14 and $40.76 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Buffalo a good place for CT Technologists once cost of living is counted?
Buffalo-Cheektowaga ranks 65th of 306 metro areas for CT Technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 77th of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do CT Technologists work in Buffalo?
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Buffalo, led by Upstate New York Va Healthcare System (Western Ny Va Healthcare System). Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a New York license to work in Buffalo as a CT Technologist?
ARRT certification, with CT registry for most roles. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New York requires for your role with the New York 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 Buffalo?
The federal per diem benchmark in Buffalo is $128 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,456 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
- NewYork-PresbyterianNew York · 3 postings$65.20/ hr$57–$72
- El Camino HealthMountain View, CA · 3 postings$84.19/ hr$74–$94
- 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$41Median$63.27High$72
6 CT Tech postings with published pay in New York, 5 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 6 CT Tech roles
- Certified CT Technologist - Full-Time - Evenings - Allen - *Offering Competitive Sign-on Bonus!*Permanent$59.75–$70.65/ hour
- CT Technologist - Full-Time - Nights - Weill Cornell | *Offering Competitive Sign-on Bonus!*Permanent$59.85–$71.51/ hour
+ 4 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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