GA · Augusta · Updated October 15, 2026

Radiologic Technologist jobs in Augusta, GA

Radiologic Technologists in the Augusta area earn a median of $29.81 per hour, about $61,990 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $26.15 and $35.83. That ranks 294th of 342 U.S. metro areas for radiologic technologist pay, and 272nd of 306 once local prices are factored in. 2 open roles with published pay are listed for Augusta. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Augusta.

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Radiologic Technologist pay in Augusta, GA

The metro median is 8% below the Georgia statewide median of $32.34 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 480 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the Augusta-Richmond County metro area, 2.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.44).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$23.08$48,01038% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$26.15$54,39030% below U.S. median
Median$29.81$61,99020% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$35.83$74,5304% below U.S. median
Top 10%$39.89$82,9707% above U.S. median

How Augusta ranks

  • 294th of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 272nd of 306 after adjusting for local prices
  • 9th of 11 Georgia metro areas

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Radiologic Technologists and Technicians (SOC 29-2034), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.

What your pay buys in Augusta

  • Overall prices in Augusta-Richmond County run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.9, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 29% below the U.S. average (index 70.6).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $29.81 median hour buys what $32.44 buys at the national price level, 13% 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.

Estimate your Augusta paycheck

Estimated weekly gross$1,073
  • Per year: $53,658
  • Per month: $4,471

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Augusta-Richmond County metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Travel assignment per diem in Augusta

ItemFederal rate
Lodging per night$122
Meals and incidentals per day$74
Per week (7 nights, 7 days)$1,372
13-week assignment$17,836

Travel radiologic 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 Augusta

CMS lists 5 hospitals in Augusta, 1 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of radiologic technologists.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Augusta Va Medical Center
Augusta, GA
Acute Care - Veterans AdministrationGovernment and federal4 of 5Yes
Doctors Hospital
Augusta, GA
Acute careFor-profit3 of 5Yes
Piedmont Augusta Hospital
Augusta, GA
Acute careGovernment and federal2 of 5Yes
Wellstar Mcg Health, Affiliated With Med Col
Augusta, GA
Acute careNonprofit1 of 5Yes
East Central Regional Hospital
Augusta, GA
PsychiatricGovernment and federalNot ratedNo

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Radiologic Technologist pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Columbia, SC82 mi$30.39/hr144,788
Athens, GA85 mi$31.72/hr128,691
Macon, GA101 mi$30.57/hr157,056
Greenville, SC103 mi$30.66/hr74,371
Warner Robins, GA106 mi$30.56/hr86,199
Savannah, GA106 mi$31.46/hr148,808

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Radiologic Technologist salary in Georgia

License and tax basics in Georgia

ARRT certification in radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.

Georgia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

Georgia state guide

Other healthcare roles in Augusta

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Common questions

How much do radiologic technologists make in Augusta, GA?

Radiologic Technologists in the Augusta-Richmond County metro area have a median pay of $29.81 per hour, about $61,990 a year. The middle half earn between $26.15 and $35.83 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is Augusta a good place for radiologic technologists once cost of living is counted?

Augusta-Richmond County ranks 272nd of 306 metro areas for radiologic technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 294th of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.

Who is hiring radiologic technologists in Augusta?

We list 2 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Augusta. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Augusta.

Do I need a Georgia license to work in Augusta as a radiologic technologist?

ARRT certification in radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia 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 Augusta?

The federal per diem benchmark in Augusta is $122 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,372 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.

Does Valorem Health place radiologic technologists in Augusta?

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1Pay for your role at other hospitals

  • Military Treatment Facilities under DHAAugusta, GA · 4 postings$32.67/ hr$27–$39
  • CommonSpirit HealthCamarillo, CA · 7 postings$63.98/ hr$40–$79
  • Shriners Hospitals for ChildrenSacramento, CA · 3 postings$63.16/ hr$37–$74
  • Rady Children's HospitalSan Diego, CA · 3 postings$59.09/ hr$49–$77

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2What they are offering now

Low$28Median$33.40High$40

6 Rad Tech postings with published pay in Georgia, 4 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 6 Rad Tech roles

  1. Radiologic Technologist I - Imaging DepartmentPermanent
    $28.55–$42.85/ hour
    Advocate Health · Georgia · posted 3 days ago
  2. Diagnostic Radiologic TechnologistPermanent
    $62k–$81k/ year
    Veterans Health Administration · Columbus, GA · posted 17 days ago

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