PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Radiologic Technologist I - Imaging Department
Advocate Health · Georgia
$28.55–$42.85/ hour
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Radiologic Technologist jobs in Sandy Springs, GA
Pay for radiologic technologists in the Sandy Springs area centers on $38.09 per hour, or about $79,220 a year. The lower quarter earns under $30.44 and the upper quarter over $42.57. That ranks 86th of 342 U.S. metro areas for radiologic technologist pay, and 119th of 306 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 21 hospitals in the Sandy Springs metro area. The free report below lists employers near Sandy Springs and what they pay.
- $38.09median pay per hour, Atlanta
- $30–$43typical range per hour
- 3,690radiologic technologists employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Radiologic Technologist pay in Sandy Springs, GA
The metro median is 18% above the Georgia statewide median of $32.34 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 3,690 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metro area, 1.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.89).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $25.98 | $54,040 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $30.44 | $63,320 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.09 | $79,220 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $42.57 | $88,550 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.27 | $106,640 | 37% above U.S. median |
How Sandy Springs ranks
- 86th of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 119th of 306 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st 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 Sandy Springs
- Overall prices in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 11% above the U.S. average (index 111.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.09 median hour buys what $38.07 buys at the national price level, 2% 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$1,371
- Per year: $68,562
- Per month: $5,714
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Sandy Springs
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $186 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,904 |
| 13-week assignment | $24,752 |
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).
Open Radiologic Technologist roles in Georgia
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Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist
Veterans Health Administration · Columbus, GA
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Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
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Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Fort Benning, GA
$59k–$77k/ year
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Hospitals in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell area
CMS lists 21 hospitals in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell area, 7 of the 17 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of radiologic technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Regional Medical Center, Inc Newnan, GA | Acute care | For-profit | 5 of 5 | No |
| Emory Johns Creek Hospital Johns Creek, GA | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Emory University Hospital Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Piedmont Hospital, Inc Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | No |
| Piedmont Newnan Hospital, Inc Newnan, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center Marietta, GA | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Wellstar Paulding Medical Center Hiram, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Northside Hospital Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center Cartersville, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Piedmont Fayette Hospital Fayetteville, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Radiologic Technologist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunwoody, GA | 3 mi | $38.09/hr | 51,795 |
| Brookhaven, GA | 5 mi | $38.09/hr | 59,370 |
| Athens, GA | 57 mi | $31.72/hr | 128,691 |
Radiologic Technologist jobs in Georgia · Radiologic Technologist jobs nationwide
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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Sandy Springs city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do radiologic technologists make in Sandy Springs, GA?
Radiologic Technologists in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metro area have a median pay of $38.09 per hour, about $79,220 a year. The middle half earn between $30.44 and $42.57 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Sandy Springs a good place for radiologic technologists once cost of living is counted?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell ranks 119th of 306 metro areas for radiologic technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 86th of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do radiologic technologists work in Sandy Springs?
CMS lists 21 hospitals in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell area, led by Southeastern Regional Medical Center, Inc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Sandy Springs 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 Sandy Springs?
The federal per diem benchmark in Sandy Springs is $186 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,904 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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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.
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- Radiologic Technologist I - Imaging DepartmentPermanent$28.55–$42.85/ hour
- Diagnostic Radiologic TechnologistPermanent$62k–$81k/ year
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