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Echocardiography Technologist jobs in Hammond, IN
Echocardiography Technologists in the Hammond area earn a median of $37.83 per hour, about $78,690 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $22.49 and $46.42. That ranks 53rd of 181 U.S. metro areas for echocardiography technologist pay, and 74th of 170 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Hammond and its metro area. The free report below lists employers near Hammond and what they pay.
- $37.83median pay per hour, Chicago
- $22–$46typical range per hour
- 1,080employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 16% above the Indiana statewide median of $32.68 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.34 per hour. BLS counts about 1,080 cardiovascular technologists and technicians employed in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.61).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.92 | $43,510 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.49 | $46,780 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.83 | $78,690 | 17% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $46.42 | $96,550 | 44% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $50.45 | $104,940 | 56% above U.S. median |
How Hammond ranks
- 53rd of 181 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 74th of 170 after adjusting for local prices
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 Hammond
- Overall prices in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin run 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% above the U.S. average (index 112.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.83 median hour buys what $36.52 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 Hammond paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,362
- Per year: $68,094
- Per month: $5,674
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Hammond
| 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 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 (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 the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin area
CMS lists 72 hospitals in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin area, 22 of the 52 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of echocardiography technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital Evanston, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital Dekalb, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Mchenry, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Northwestern Memorial Hospital Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Rush University Medical Center Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Silver Cross Hospital And Medical Centers New Lenox, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| St Alexius Medical Center Hoffman Estates, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Advocate Condell Medical Center Libertyville, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital Downers Grove, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Park Ridge, IL | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gary, IN | 8 mi | $37.83/hr | 67,555 |
| Oak Lawn, IL | 15 mi | $37.83/hr | 56,531 |
Echocardiography Technologist jobs in Indiana · Echocardiography Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Indiana
RDCS or CCI credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Indiana 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 Hammond, IN?
Echocardiography Technologists in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area have a median pay of $37.83 per hour, about $78,690 a year. The middle half earn between $22.49 and $46.42 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Hammond a good place for echocardiography technologists once cost of living is counted?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin ranks 74th of 170 metro areas for echocardiography technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 53rd of 181 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring echocardiography technologists in Hammond?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Hammond.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Hammond as an echocardiography technologist?
RDCS or CCI credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana 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 Hammond?
The federal per diem benchmark in Hammond 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 echocardiography technologists in Hammond?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- 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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Low$36Median$51.17High$66
92 Echo Tech postings with published pay in the US, 77 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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