PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Echo Tech Diagnostic Cardiology
Ascension Health · Indianapolis, IN
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Echocardiography Technologist jobs in Indianapolis, IN
Echocardiography Technologists in the Indianapolis area earn a median of $38.06 per hour, about $79,160 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $22.02 and $41.18. That ranks 48th of 181 U.S. metro areas for echocardiography technologist pay, and 43rd of 170 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 14 hospitals in Indianapolis. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Indianapolis.
- $38.06median pay per hour, Indianapolis
- $22–$41typical range per hour
- 500employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Echo Tech Echocardiography
Ascension Health · Indianapolis, IN
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Echocardiography Technologist pay in Indianapolis, IN
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 500 cardiovascular technologists and technicians employed in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.15).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.50 | $38,480 | 43% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.02 | $45,800 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.06 | $79,160 | 18% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $41.18 | $85,650 | 27% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $48.48 | $100,840 | 50% above U.S. median |
How Indianapolis ranks
- 48th of 181 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 43rd of 170 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Indiana 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.
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- Overall prices in Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.06 median hour buys what $39.77 buys at the national price level, 23% 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 Indianapolis paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,370
- Per year: $68,508
- Per month: $5,709
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Indianapolis
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $133 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,491 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,383 |
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 Indianapolis
CMS lists 14 hospitals in Indianapolis, 1 of the 8 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of echocardiography technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franciscan Health Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Hospital East Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Hospital North Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Hospital South, Inc. Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Eskenazi Health Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Indiana University Health Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Indianapolis Va Medical Center Indianapolis, IN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension St Vincent Hospital Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Fairbanks Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Orthoindy Hospital Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Other | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwood, IN | 12 mi | $38.06/hr | 68,175 |
| Carmel, IN | 13 mi | $38.06/hr | 103,606 |
| Columbus, IN | 41 mi | $32.68/hr | 51,970 |
| Bloomington, IN | 47 mi | $32.68/hr | 79,986 |
| Kokomo, IN | 47 mi | $32.68/hr | 60,093 |
| Muncie, IN | 49 mi | $32.68/hr | 65,320 |
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 Indianapolis, IN?
Echocardiography Technologists in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area have a median pay of $38.06 per hour, about $79,160 a year. The middle half earn between $22.02 and $41.18 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Indianapolis a good place for echocardiography technologists once cost of living is counted?
Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood ranks 43rd of 170 metro areas for echocardiography technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 48th of 181 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do echocardiography technologists work in Indianapolis?
CMS lists 14 hospitals in Indianapolis, led by Franciscan Health Indianapolis. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis?
The federal per diem benchmark in Indianapolis is $133 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,491 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
- 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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2What they are offering now
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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