PermanentPosted 9 days ago
CT Technologist
CommonSpirit Health · Bryan, TX
$32.30–$48.05/ hour
CT Technologist jobs in Corpus Christi, TX
Pay for CT Technologists in the Corpus Christi area centers on $33.80 per hour, or about $70,310 a year. The lower quarter earns under $27.80 and the upper quarter over $38.70. That ranks 171st of 342 U.S. metro areas for CT Technologist pay, and 149th of 306 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Corpus Christi. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Corpus Christi.
- $33.80median pay per hour, Corpus Christi
- $28–$39typical range per hour
- 480CT Technologists employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CT Technologist pay in Corpus Christi, TX
The metro median is 8% below the Texas statewide median of $36.93 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 480 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the Corpus Christi metro area, 2.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.77).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.23 | $40,000 | 49% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $27.80 | $57,820 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Median | $33.80 | $70,310 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $38.70 | $80,500 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $43.83 | $91,170 | 17% above U.S. median |
How Corpus Christi ranks
- 171st of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 149th of 306 after adjusting for local prices
- 10th of 24 Texas 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 Corpus Christi
- Overall prices in Corpus Christi run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 15% below the U.S. average (index 84.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $33.80 median hour buys what $36.47 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,217
- Per year: $60,840
- Per month: $5,070
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Corpus Christi metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Corpus Christi
| 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).
Open CT Technologist roles in Texas
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CT Technologist
RadNet · Pearland, TX
$35.00–$43.00/ hour
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Hospitals in Corpus Christi
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Corpus Christi, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CT Technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corpus Christi Medical Center,The Corpus Christi, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi Corpus Christi, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Driscoll Childrens Hospital Corpus Christi, TX | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Corpus Christi Corpus Christi, TX | Psychiatric | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria, TX | 75 mi | $31.16/hr | 66,020 |
| Harlingen, TX | 113 mi | $28.61/hr | 72,234 |
| Edinburg, TX | 116 mi | $28.92/hr | 108,733 |
| Brownsville, TX | 123 mi | $28.61/hr | 191,967 |
| McAllen, TX | 125 mi | $28.92/hr | 148,782 |
| Pharr, TX | 127 mi | $28.92/hr | 81,142 |
CT Technologist jobs in Texas · CT Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Texas
ARRT certification, with CT registry for most roles. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Texas 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 Corpus Christi, TX?
CT Technologists in the Corpus Christi metro area have a median pay of $33.80 per hour, about $70,310 a year. The middle half earn between $27.80 and $38.70 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Corpus Christi a good place for CT Technologists once cost of living is counted?
Corpus Christi ranks 149th of 306 metro areas for CT Technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 171st of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do CT Technologists work in Corpus Christi?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Corpus Christi, led by Corpus Christi Medical Center,The. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Corpus Christi as a CT Technologist?
ARRT certification, with CT registry for most roles. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas 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 Corpus Christi?
The federal per diem benchmark in Corpus Christi 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 Corpus Christi?
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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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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.
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- CT TechnologistPermanent$32.30–$48.05/ hour
- CT TechnologistPermanent$35.00–$43.00/ hour
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