Echocardiography Technologist jobs in Danbury, CT
The median echocardiography technologist pay in the Danbury area is $44.82 per hour ($93,220 a year), with the typical range running from $31.52 to $51.43. That ranks 12th of 181 U.S. metro areas for echocardiography technologist pay, and 20th of 170 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Danbury. The free report below lists employers near Danbury and what they pay.
- $44.82median pay per hour, Bridgeport
- $32–$51typical range per hour
- 120employed in the metro area
- 107cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Echocardiography Technologist pay in Danbury, CT
The metro median is 16% above the Connecticut statewide median of $38.65 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.34 per hour. BLS counts about 120 cardiovascular technologists and technicians employed in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.77).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.68 | $51,330 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $31.52 | $65,560 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Median | $44.82 | $93,220 | 39% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $51.43 | $106,970 | 59% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $61.41 | $127,730 | 90% above U.S. median |
How Danbury ranks
- 12th of 181 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 20th of 170 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 4 Connecticut metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for echocardiography technologist. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians (SOC 29-2031), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Danbury
- Overall prices in Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury run 7% above the U.S. average (index 106.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 50% above the U.S. average (index 150.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $44.82 median hour buys what $41.94 buys at the national price level, 30% 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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- Per year: $80,676
- Per month: $6,723
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Danbury
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $146 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,624 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,112 |
Travel echocardiography 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 Danbury
CMS lists 1 hospital in Danbury, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of echocardiography technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danbury Hospital Danbury, CT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Echocardiography Technologist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport, CT | 21 mi | $44.82/hr | 151,599 |
| Norwalk, CT | 21 mi | $38.65/hr | 93,661 |
| Stamford, CT | 22 mi | $44.82/hr | 139,134 |
| Waterbury, CT | 25 mi | $37.79/hr | 115,908 |
| West Haven, CT | 28 mi | $38.65/hr | 55,379 |
| New Haven, CT | 29 mi | $49.29/hr | 137,562 |
Echocardiography Technologist jobs in Connecticut · Echocardiography Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Connecticut
RDCS or CCI credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Connecticut taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do echocardiography technologists make in Danbury, CT?
Echocardiography Technologists in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury metro area have a median pay of $44.82 per hour, about $93,220 a year. The middle half earn between $31.52 and $51.43 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Danbury a good place for echocardiography technologists once cost of living is counted?
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury ranks 20th of 170 metro areas for echocardiography technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 12th of 181 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% above the U.S. average.
Where do echocardiography technologists work in Danbury?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Danbury, led by Danbury Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Connecticut license to work in Danbury as an echocardiography technologist?
RDCS or CCI credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut 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 Danbury?
The federal per diem benchmark in Danbury is $146 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,624 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place echocardiography technologists in Danbury?
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- Valley Children's HealthcareMadera, CA · 6 postings$64.50/ hr$50–$88
- MultiCareYakima, WA · 6 postings$56.91/ hr$41–$81
- Fairview Health ServicesEdina, MN · 5 postings$55.98/ hr$46–$66
- Sentara HealthcareNorfolk, VA · 7 postings$52.52/ hr$42–$74
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