GA · Macon · Updated October 15, 2026

Radiologic Technologist jobs in Macon, GA

Pay for radiologic technologists in the Macon area centers on $30.57 per hour, or about $63,580 a year. The lower quarter earns under $24.29 and the upper quarter over $32.12. That ranks 263rd of 342 U.S. metro areas for radiologic technologist pay, and 201st of 306 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Macon. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Macon.

Radiologic Technologist pay in Macon, GA

The metro median is 5% below the Georgia statewide median of $32.34 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 280 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the Macon-Bibb County metro area, 2.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 2.02).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$24.29$50,52035% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$24.29$50,52035% below U.S. median
Median$30.57$63,58018% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$32.12$66,81014% below U.S. median
Top 10%$38.89$80,8904% above U.S. median

How Macon ranks

  • 263rd of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 201st of 306 after adjusting for local prices
  • 5th 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 Macon

  • Overall prices in Macon-Bibb County run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.5, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 41% below the U.S. average (index 58.9).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $30.57 median hour buys what $34.53 buys at the national price level, 8% 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.

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Estimated weekly gross$1,101
  • Per year: $55,026
  • Per month: $4,586

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

Travel assignment per diem in Macon

ItemFederal 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 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 (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).

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Hospitals in Macon

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Macon, 1 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of radiologic technologists.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Piedmont Macon North Hospital
Macon, GA
Acute careFor-profit4 of 5Yes
Coliseum Medical Centers, Llc, Dba
Macon, GA
Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes
Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center
Macon, GA
Acute careGovernment and federal2 of 5Yes

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
Warner Robins, GA15 mi$30.56/hr86,199
Stonecrest, GA66 mi$38.09/hr61,015
Columbus, GA72 mi$30.02/hr201,830
South Fulton, GA77 mi$38.09/hr112,003
Atlanta, GA78 mi$38.09/hr520,070
Athens, GA81 mi$31.72/hr128,691

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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.

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Common questions

How much do radiologic technologists make in Macon, GA?

Radiologic Technologists in the Macon-Bibb County metro area have a median pay of $30.57 per hour, about $63,580 a year. The middle half earn between $24.29 and $32.12 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

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

Macon-Bibb County ranks 201st of 306 metro areas for radiologic technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 263rd of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.

Where do radiologic technologists work in Macon?

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Macon, led by Piedmont Macon North Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Georgia license to work in Macon 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 Macon?

The federal per diem benchmark in Macon 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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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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  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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