Echocardiography Technologist jobs in New Orleans, LA
Echocardiography Technologists in the New Orleans area earn a median of $17.65 per hour, about $36,710 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $16.33 and $35.48. That ranks 176th of 181 U.S. metro areas for echocardiography technologist pay, and 169th of 170 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in New Orleans. Tell us your role and we email current openings near New Orleans.
- $17.65median pay per hour, New Orleans
- $16–$35typical range per hour
- 160employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Echocardiography Technologist pay in New Orleans, LA
The metro median is 32% below the Louisiana statewide median of $25.78 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.34 per hour. BLS counts about 160 cardiovascular technologists and technicians employed in the New Orleans-Metairie metro area, 0.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.91).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $14.38 | $29,910 | 56% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $16.33 | $33,970 | 50% below U.S. median |
| Median | $17.65 | $36,710 | 45% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $35.48 | $73,800 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $44.10 | $91,730 | 36% above U.S. median |
How New Orleans ranks
- 176th of 181 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 169th of 170 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 7 Louisiana 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 New Orleans
- Overall prices in New Orleans-Metairie run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $17.65 median hour buys what $19.06 buys at the national price level, 41% 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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- Per year: $31,770
- Per month: $2,648
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the New Orleans-Metairie metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in New Orleans
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $158 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,666 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,658 |
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 New Orleans
CMS lists 10 hospitals in New Orleans, 1 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of echocardiography technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ochsner Medical Center Acute New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System New Orleans, LA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Touro Infirmary New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Medical Center New Orleans New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Childrens Hospital New Orleans, LA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| New Orleans East Hospital New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
| St Charles Surgical Hospital New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Other | Not rated | No |
| Beacon Behavioral Hospital- New Orleans, Llc New Orleans, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Community Care Hospital New Orleans, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| River Oaks Hospital New Orleans, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenner, LA | 19 mi | $17.65/hr | 64,650 |
| Gulfport, MS | 58 mi | $29.48/hr | 74,621 |
| Mobile, AL | 117 mi | $17.93/hr | 201,367 |
| Jackson, MS | 157 mi | $25.82/hr | 141,449 |
| Pensacola, FL | 166 mi | $30.48/hr | 53,898 |
| Lake Charles, LA | 196 mi | $31.28/hr | 81,157 |
Echocardiography Technologist jobs in Louisiana · Echocardiography Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Louisiana
RDCS or CCI credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Louisiana requires for your role with the Louisiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Louisiana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in New Orleans
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Common questions
How much do echocardiography technologists make in New Orleans, LA?
Echocardiography Technologists in the New Orleans-Metairie metro area have a median pay of $17.65 per hour, about $36,710 a year. The middle half earn between $16.33 and $35.48 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is New Orleans a good place for echocardiography technologists once cost of living is counted?
New Orleans-Metairie ranks 169th of 170 metro areas for echocardiography technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 176th of 181 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do echocardiography technologists work in New Orleans?
CMS lists 10 hospitals in New Orleans, led by Ochsner Medical Center Acute. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Louisiana license to work in New Orleans as an echocardiography technologist?
RDCS or CCI credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Louisiana requires for your role with the Louisiana 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 New Orleans?
The federal per diem benchmark in New Orleans is $158 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,666 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place echocardiography technologists in New Orleans?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in New Orleans and across Louisiana. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near New Orleans.
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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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