PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Radiology Technologist
Shriners Hospitals for Children · Honolulu, HI
$35.16–$52.74/ hour
Radiologic Technologist jobs in Honolulu, HI
Pay for radiologic technologists in the Honolulu area centers on $47.95 per hour, or about $99,740 a year. The lower quarter earns under $39.51 and the upper quarter over $50.72. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Honolulu. That ranks 20th of 342 U.S. metro areas for radiologic technologist pay, and 36th of 306 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Honolulu and what they pay.
- $47.95median pay per hour, Urban Honolulu
- $40–$51typical range per hour
- 520radiologic technologists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is in line with the Hawaii statewide median of $47.92 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 520 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the Urban Honolulu metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.82).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.00 | $37,440 | 52% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.51 | $82,180 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Median | $47.95 | $99,740 | 28% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.72 | $105,500 | 36% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $55.03 | $114,460 | 47% above U.S. median |
How Honolulu ranks
- 20th of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 36th of 306 after adjusting for local prices
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 Honolulu
- Overall prices in Urban Honolulu run 11% above the U.S. average (index 111.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 36% above the U.S. average (index 135.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $47.95 median hour buys what $43.21 buys at the national price level, 16% 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.
Estimate your Honolulu paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,726
- Per year: $86,310
- Per month: $7,192
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Urban Honolulu metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Honolulu
| 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 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).
Hospitals in Honolulu
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Honolulu, 3 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of radiologic technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital Honolulu, HI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Kuakini Medical Center Honolulu, HI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Straub Clinic And Hospital Honolulu, HI | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Queens Medical Center Honolulu, HI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Kapiolani Medical Center For Women & Children Honolulu, HI | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Shriners Hospital For Children Honolulu, HI | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Tripler Amc (Ft Shafter) Honolulu, HI | Acute Care - Department of Defense | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
License and tax basics in Hawaii
ARRT certification in radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Hawaii requires for your role with the Hawaii licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Hawaii 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 Honolulu, HI?
Radiologic Technologists in the Urban Honolulu metro area have a median pay of $47.95 per hour, about $99,740 a year. The middle half earn between $39.51 and $50.72 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Honolulu a good place for radiologic technologists once cost of living is counted?
Urban Honolulu ranks 36th of 306 metro areas for radiologic technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 20th of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring radiologic technologists in Honolulu?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Honolulu. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Honolulu.
Do I need a Hawaii license to work in Honolulu as a radiologic technologist?
ARRT certification in radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Hawaii requires for your role with the Hawaii 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 Honolulu?
The federal per diem benchmark in Honolulu 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
- 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
- Palomar HealthEscondido, CA · 5 postings$53.53/ hr$43–$85
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