Per diemPosted 2 days ago
Echo Tech, PRN, Days
Mary Washington Healthcare · Virginia
$41.41–$62.11/ hour
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Echocardiography Technologist jobs in Alexandria, VA
The median echocardiography technologist pay in the Alexandria area is $45.58 per hour ($94,800 a year), with the typical range running from $27.95 to $60.14. That ranks 10th of 181 U.S. metro areas for echocardiography technologist pay, and 22nd of 170 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Alexandria. The free report below lists employers near Alexandria and what they pay.
- $45.58median pay per hour, Washington
- $28–$60typical range per hour
- 1,170employed in the metro area
- 109cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Echocardiography Technologist pay in Alexandria, VA
The metro median is 20% above the Virginia statewide median of $37.85 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.34 per hour. BLS counts about 1,170 cardiovascular technologists and technicians employed in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area, 0.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.95).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.91 | $47,650 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $27.95 | $58,140 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $45.58 | $94,800 | 41% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $60.14 | $125,090 | 86% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $63.52 | $132,120 | 96% above U.S. median |
How Alexandria ranks
- 10th of 181 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 22nd 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 Alexandria
- Overall prices in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria run 9% above the U.S. average (index 108.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $45.58 median hour buys what $41.86 buys at the national price level, 29% 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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Estimated weekly gross$1,641
- Per year: $82,044
- Per month: $6,837
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Alexandria
| 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).
Open Echocardiography Technologist roles in Virginia
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Alexandria as they open.
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Echocardiographer
Sentara Healthcare · Virginia Beach, VA
$42.23–$62.80/ hour
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PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Senior Echocardiographer
Sentara Healthcare · Norfolk, VA
$48.06–$73.51/ hour
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PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Echocardiographer
Sentara Healthcare · Woodbridge, VA
$42.23–$62.80/ hour
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PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Cardiac Sonographer II (RDCS) - Noninvasive Cardiology - Days
VCU Health System · Richmond, VA
$35.19–$54.55/ hour
PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Cardiac Sonographer II - South Hill, VA - Days
VCU Health System · South Hill, VA
$35.19–$54.55/ hour
Hospitals in Alexandria
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Alexandria, 2 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of echocardiography technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inova Alexandria Hospital Alexandria, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Inova Mount Vernon Hospital Alexandria, VA | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC | 7 mi | $45.58/hr | 702,250 |
| Rockville, MD | 19 mi | $45.58/hr | 68,417 |
| Baltimore, MD | 42 mi | $38.84/hr | 568,271 |
| Richmond, VA | 92 mi | $38.53/hr | 233,655 |
| Lancaster, PA | 94 mi | $29.75/hr | 58,441 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | 100 mi | $37.85/hr | 51,164 |
Echocardiography Technologist jobs in Virginia · Echocardiography Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Virginia
RDCS or CCI credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Virginia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Alexandria
Alexandria city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do echocardiography technologists make in Alexandria, VA?
Echocardiography Technologists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area have a median pay of $45.58 per hour, about $94,800 a year. The middle half earn between $27.95 and $60.14 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Alexandria a good place for echocardiography technologists once cost of living is counted?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria ranks 22nd of 170 metro areas for echocardiography technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 10th of 181 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% above the U.S. average.
Where do echocardiography technologists work in Alexandria?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Alexandria, led by Inova Alexandria Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Virginia license to work in Alexandria as an echocardiography technologist?
RDCS or CCI credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia 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 Alexandria?
The federal per diem benchmark in Alexandria 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.
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Your Echo Tech pay reportAlexandria, VA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Sentara HealthcareNorfolk, VA · 7 postings$52.52/ hr$42–$74
- VCU Health SystemRichmond, VA · 4 postings$44.87/ hr$35–$55
- Valley HealthWinchester, VA · 3 postings$44.12/ hr$34–$53
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$35Median$51.76High$63
15 Echo Tech postings with published pay in Virginia, 14 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 15 Echo Tech roles
- Echo Tech, PRN, DaysPer diem$41.41–$62.11/ hour
- EchocardiographerPermanent$42.23–$62.80/ hour
+ 13 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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