PermanentPosted 2 days ago
CT Technologist- New Grad
Avera Health · Sioux Falls, SD
$29.25–$44.00/ hour
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CT Technologist jobs in Sioux Falls, SD
CT Technologists in the Sioux Falls area earn a median of $29.94 per hour, about $62,280 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $28.25 and $36.44. That ranks 288th of 342 U.S. metro areas for CT Technologist pay, and 253rd of 306 once local prices are factored in. 3 open roles with published pay are listed for Sioux Falls. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Sioux Falls.
- $29.94median pay per hour, Sioux Falls
- $28–$36typical range per hour
- 430CT Technologists employed in the metro area
- 3open roles with published pay
Open CT Technologist roles in Sioux Falls
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Avera Health · Sioux Falls, SD
$29.25–$46.25/ hour
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CT Technologist
Avera Health · Sioux Falls, SD
$29.25–$46.25/ hour
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Get my free pay reportCT Technologist pay in Sioux Falls, SD
The metro median is 6% below the South Dakota statewide median of $31.89 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 430 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the Sioux Falls metro area, 2.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.71).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.31 | $46,400 | 40% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.25 | $58,760 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.94 | $62,280 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.44 | $75,800 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $41.17 | $85,630 | 10% above U.S. median |
How Sioux Falls ranks
- 288th of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 253rd 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 Sioux Falls
- Overall prices in Sioux Falls run 9% below the U.S. average (index 90.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 22% below the U.S. average (index 77.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $29.94 median hour buys what $33.04 buys at the national price level, 12% 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 Sioux Falls paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,078
- Per year: $53,892
- Per month: $4,491
- South Dakota has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Sioux Falls metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Sioux Falls
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
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 (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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 Sioux Falls
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Sioux Falls, 4 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CT Technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avera Heart Hospital Of South Dakota Sioux Falls, SD | Acute care | For-profit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Sanford Usd Medical Center Sioux Falls, SD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Sioux Falls Va Medical Center Sioux Falls, SD | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center Sioux Falls, SD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Lifescape Sioux Falls, SD | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital Sioux Falls, SD | Acute care | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux City, IA | 74 mi | $29.78/hr | 86,875 |
| Omaha, NE | 161 mi | $33.14/hr | 489,265 |
| Council Bluffs, IA | 165 mi | $33.14/hr | 62,665 |
| Bellevue, NE | 170 mi | $33.14/hr | 64,777 |
| Eden Prairie, MN | 186 mi | $40.09/hr | 62,905 |
| St. Cloud, MN | 186 mi | $37.15/hr | 72,145 |
CT Technologist jobs in South Dakota · CT Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in South Dakota
ARRT certification, with CT registry for most roles. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what South Dakota requires for your role with the South Dakota licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
South Dakota does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do CT Technologists make in Sioux Falls, SD?
CT Technologists in the Sioux Falls metro area have a median pay of $29.94 per hour, about $62,280 a year. The middle half earn between $28.25 and $36.44 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Sioux Falls a good place for CT Technologists once cost of living is counted?
Sioux Falls ranks 253rd of 306 metro areas for CT Technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 288th of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring CT Technologists in Sioux Falls?
We list 3 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Sioux Falls. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Sioux Falls.
Do I need a South Dakota license to work in Sioux Falls as a CT Technologist?
ARRT certification, with CT registry for most roles. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what South Dakota requires for your role with the South Dakota 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 Sioux Falls?
The federal per diem benchmark in Sioux Falls is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place CT Technologists in Sioux Falls?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Avera HealthSioux Falls, SD · 5 postings$37.75/ hr$29–$46
- 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$29Median$37.75High$46
5 CT Tech postings with published pay in South Dakota, 1 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 5 CT Tech roles
- CT Technologist- New GradPermanent$29.25–$44.00/ hour
- Flex CT TechnologistPermanent$40.00–$40.00/ hour
+ 3 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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