PermanentPosted today
Medical Instrument Technician (Echocardiography)
Veterans Health Administration · Green Bay, WI
$90k–$117k/ year
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Echocardiography Technologist jobs in La Crosse, WI
The median echocardiography technologist pay in Wisconsin is $33.00 per hour ($68,630 a year), with the typical range running from $23.16 to $46.73. That is 2% above the U.S. median of $32.34 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in La Crosse. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near La Crosse.
- $33.00median pay per hour, Wisconsin
- $23–$47typical range per hour
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Echocardiography Technologist pay in La Crosse, WI
Nationally the median is $32.34 per hour. BLS counts about 970 cardiovascular technologists and technicians employed in Wisconsin.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.25 | $46,280 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.16 | $48,170 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Median | $33.00 | $68,630 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $46.73 | $97,200 | 44% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $52.20 | $108,580 | 61% above U.S. median |
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 La Crosse
- Overall prices in La Crosse-Onalaska run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 31% below the U.S. average (index 69.4).
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$1,188
- Per year: $59,400
- Per month: $4,950
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Wisconsin. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in La Crosse
| 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 Wisconsin
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in La Crosse as they open.
Per diemPosted 7 days ago
Cardiac Sonographer I - PRN
Advocate Health · Sheboygan, WI
$35.50–$53.25/ hour
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Echo Technician, Cardiac Unit - Days
Mercy · Wisconsin
$35.85–$53.77/ hour
Hospitals in La Crosse
CMS lists 2 hospitals in La Crosse, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic Health System-Franciscan Medical Center Inc La Crosse, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center La Crosse, WI | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester, MN | 64 mi | $22.69/hr | 123,624 |
| Eau Claire, WI | 70 mi | $33.00/hr | 72,331 |
| Dubuque, IA | 95 mi | $33.10/hr | 58,987 |
| Madison, WI | 103 mi | $36.07/hr | 285,300 |
| Waterloo, IA | 108 mi | $31.89/hr | 67,477 |
| Woodbury, MN | 112 mi | $41.13/hr | 80,596 |
Echocardiography Technologist jobs in Wisconsin · Echocardiography Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Wisconsin
RDCS or CCI credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Wisconsin 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 La Crosse, WI?
Echocardiography Technologists in Wisconsin have a median pay of $33.00 per hour, about $68,630 a year. The middle half earn between $23.16 and $46.73 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do echocardiography technologists work in La Crosse?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in La Crosse, led by Mayo Clinic Health System-Franciscan Medical Center Inc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in La Crosse as an echocardiography technologist?
RDCS or CCI credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin 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 La Crosse?
The federal per diem benchmark in La Crosse 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.
Does Valorem Health place echocardiography technologists in La Crosse?
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Your Echo Tech pay reportTop-paying hospitals shown · your Wisconsin list by name comes with the full report
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
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published. Request your Wisconsin list
2What they are offering now
Low$36Median$44.81High$56
3 Echo Tech postings with published pay in Wisconsin, 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
- Medical Instrument Technician (Echocardiography)Permanent$90k–$117k/ year
- Cardiac Sonographer I - PRNPer diem$35.50–$53.25/ hour
+ 1 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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