PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Echo Tech / Sonographer - Adult and Pediatric - Full Time - Mornings
NewYork-Presbyterian · New York
$59.85–$71.51/ hour
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Echocardiography Technologist jobs in Schenectady, NY
The median echocardiography technologist pay in the Schenectady area is $32.20 per hour ($66,970 a year), with the typical range running from $19.85 to $42.18. That ranks 94th of 181 U.S. metro areas for echocardiography technologist pay, and 98th of 170 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Schenectady. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Schenectady.
- $32.20median pay per hour, Albany
- $20–$42typical range per hour
- 200employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Echocardiography Technologist pay in Schenectady, NY
The metro median is 22% below the New York statewide median of $41.37 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.34 per hour. BLS counts about 200 cardiovascular technologists and technicians employed in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy metro area, 0.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.12).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.09 | $37,630 | 44% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.85 | $41,290 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Median | $32.20 | $66,970 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $42.18 | $87,730 | 30% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $48.16 | $100,170 | 49% above U.S. median |
How Schenectady ranks
- 94th of 181 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 98th of 170 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 6 New York 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 Schenectady
- Overall prices in Albany-Schenectady-Troy run in line with the U.S. average (index 99.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $32.20 median hour buys what $32.34 buys at the national price level, in line with 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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Estimated weekly gross$1,159
- Per year: $57,960
- Per month: $4,830
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Albany-Schenectady-Troy metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Schenectady
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $141 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,547 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,111 |
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).
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PermanentPosted 20 days ago
Cardiac Sonographer - Adirondack Cardiology (Echocardiology)
Glens Falls Hospital · Queensbury, NY
$37.07–$55.61/ hour
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Hospitals in Schenectady
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Schenectady, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellis Hospital Schenectady, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sunnyview Hospital And Rehabilitation Center Schenectady, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albany, NY | 11 mi | $32.20/hr | 101,317 |
| Troy, NY | 14 mi | $32.20/hr | 51,065 |
| Utica, NY | 69 mi | $41.37/hr | 63,660 |
| Chicopee, MA | 82 mi | $29.35/hr | 55,381 |
| Springfield, MA | 85 mi | $29.35/hr | 154,888 |
| Bristol, CT | 92 mi | $38.65/hr | 62,195 |
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License and tax basics in New York
RDCS or CCI credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New York requires for your role with the New York licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do echocardiography technologists make in Schenectady, NY?
Echocardiography Technologists in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy metro area have a median pay of $32.20 per hour, about $66,970 a year. The middle half earn between $19.85 and $42.18 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Schenectady a good place for echocardiography technologists once cost of living is counted?
Albany-Schenectady-Troy ranks 98th of 170 metro areas for echocardiography technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 94th of 181 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do echocardiography technologists work in Schenectady?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Schenectady, led by Ellis Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a New York license to work in Schenectady as an echocardiography technologist?
RDCS or CCI credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New York requires for your role with the New York 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 Schenectady?
The federal per diem benchmark in Schenectady is $141 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,547 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
- Glens Falls HospitalQueensbury, NY · 2 postings$46.34/ hr$37–$56
- 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
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2What they are offering now
Low$37Median$46.34High$72
3 Echo Tech postings with published pay in New York, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 3 Echo Tech roles
- Echo Tech / Sonographer - Adult and Pediatric - Full Time - MorningsPermanent$59.85–$71.51/ hour
- Cardiac Sonographer - Adirondack Cardiology (Echocardiology)Permanent$37.07–$55.61/ hour
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