Echocardiography Technologist jobs in St. Peters, MO
Echocardiography Technologists in the St. Peters area earn a median of $37.36 per hour, about $77,720 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $23.97 and $48.17. That ranks 66th of 181 U.S. metro areas for echocardiography technologist pay, and 54th of 170 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in St. Peters. The free report below lists employers near St. Peters and what they pay.
- $37.36median pay per hour, St. Louis
- $24–$48typical range per hour
- 340employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Echocardiography Technologist pay in St. Peters, MO
The metro median is 1% above the Missouri statewide median of $36.85 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.34 per hour. BLS counts about 340 cardiovascular technologists and technicians employed in the St. Louis metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.63).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.72 | $38,940 | 42% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.97 | $49,860 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.36 | $77,720 | 16% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.17 | $100,190 | 49% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $48.28 | $100,420 | 49% above U.S. median |
How St. Peters ranks
- 66th of 181 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 54th 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 St. Peters
- Overall prices in St. Louis run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 79.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.36 median hour buys what $39.29 buys at the national price level, 21% 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: $67,248
- Per month: $5,604
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the St. Louis metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in St. Peters
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $150 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,652 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,476 |
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 St. Peters
CMS lists 1 hospital in St. Peters, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of echocardiography technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnes-Jewish St Peters Hospital Saint Peters, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Charles, MO | 5 mi | $37.36/hr | 72,458 |
| O'Fallon, MO | 6 mi | $37.36/hr | 95,355 |
| Springfield, IL | 87 mi | $23.53/hr | 112,949 |
| Columbia, MO | 93 mi | $36.85/hr | 130,900 |
| Decatur, IL | 116 mi | $35.39/hr | 68,763 |
| Bloomington, IL | 146 mi | $35.39/hr | 79,232 |
Echocardiography Technologist jobs in Missouri · Echocardiography Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Missouri
RDCS or CCI credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Missouri 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 St. Peters, MO?
Echocardiography Technologists in the St. Louis metro area have a median pay of $37.36 per hour, about $77,720 a year. The middle half earn between $23.97 and $48.17 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is St. Peters a good place for echocardiography technologists once cost of living is counted?
St. Louis ranks 54th of 170 metro areas for echocardiography technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 66th of 181 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Where do echocardiography technologists work in St. Peters?
CMS lists 1 hospital in St. Peters, led by Barnes-Jewish St Peters Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in St. Peters as an echocardiography technologist?
RDCS or CCI credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri 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 St. Peters?
The federal per diem benchmark in St. Peters is $150 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,652 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place echocardiography technologists in St. Peters?
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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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