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Radiology Tech (Non-ARRT Certified)
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Chicago, IL
$25.49–$37.20/ hour
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Radiologic Technologist jobs in Chicago, IL
Pay for radiologic technologists in the Chicago area centers on $38.73 per hour, or about $80,560 a year. The lower quarter earns under $32.85 and the upper quarter over $46.73. The CMS hospital directory lists 33 hospitals in Chicago. That ranks 74th of 342 U.S. metro areas for radiologic technologist pay, and 138th of 306 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Chicago.
- $38.73median pay per hour, Chicago
- $33–$47typical range per hour
- 5,330radiologic technologists employed in the metro area
- 5open roles with published pay
Open Radiologic Technologist roles in Chicago
PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Radiology Technologist IR Certified - Cardiac Cath Lab
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Chicago, IL
$36.00–$52.14/ hour
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Radiology Tech (RT) - Pain Clinic Outpatient
Advocate Health · Chicago, IL
$28.55–$42.85/ hour
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PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Radiology Technologist
Shriners Hospitals for Children · Chicago, IL
$33.47–$50.22/ hour
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PermanentPosted 28 days ago
Radiology Technologist
ScionHealth · Chicago, IL
$29.00–$36.78/ hour
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6 more open roles from employers in Chicago. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Radiology Tech
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Chicago, IL
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Radiographer-Cardiac Cath Lab Full-time Days
Northwestern Medicine · Chicago, IL
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Radiographer-Cardiovascular - Cardiac Cath Lab Full-time Days
Northwestern Medicine · Chicago, IL
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Radiology Tech (RT)- Pain Clinic Outpatient
Advocate Health · Chicago, IL
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Radiologic Technologist- Ortho Full Time Days
Northwestern Medicine · Chicago, IL
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OR Radiographer, Full-time, Mid-Shift
Northwestern Medicine · Chicago, IL
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Named employers near Chicago, what they pay and the roles open now. Free for candidates, email only.
Get my free pay reportWho is hiring radiologic technologists near Chicago
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Central Maine Healthcare Corporation | 2 | $37.70 |
| Advocate Health | 1 | $35.70 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | 1 | $41.84 |
| ScionHealth | 1 | $32.89 |
Radiologic Technologist pay in Chicago, IL
The metro median is 3% above the Illinois statewide median of $37.45 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 5,330 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin 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% | $30.47 | $63,380 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $32.85 | $68,330 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.73 | $80,560 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $46.73 | $97,200 | 25% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.80 | $103,580 | 33% above U.S. median |
How Chicago ranks
- 74th of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 138th of 306 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 6 Illinois 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 Chicago
- Overall prices in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin run 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% above the U.S. average (index 112.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.73 median hour buys what $37.39 buys at the national price level, in line with 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 Chicago paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,394
- Per year: $69,714
- Per month: $5,810
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Chicago
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $195 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,009 |
| 13-week assignment | $26,117 |
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 Chicago
CMS lists 33 hospitals in Chicago, 6 of the 22 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of radiologic technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern Memorial Hospital Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Rush University Medical Center Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Jesse Brown Va Medical Center - Va Chicago Healthcare System Chicago, IL | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Presence Saint Joseph Hospital - Chicago Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The University Of Chicago Medical Center Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Illinois Hospital And Clinics Chicago, IL | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Amita Health Resurrection Medical Center Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Presence Saints Mary And Elizabeth Medical Center Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Swedish Hospital Chicago, IL | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cicero, IL | 4 mi | $38.73/hr | 82,090 |
| Berwyn, IL | 5 mi | $38.73/hr | 55,152 |
Radiologic Technologist jobs in Illinois · Radiologic Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Illinois
ARRT certification in radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Illinois taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Chicago
Chicago city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do radiologic technologists make in Chicago, IL?
Radiologic Technologists in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area have a median pay of $38.73 per hour, about $80,560 a year. The middle half earn between $32.85 and $46.73 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Chicago a good place for radiologic technologists once cost of living is counted?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin ranks 138th of 306 metro areas for radiologic technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 74th of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring radiologic technologists in Chicago?
We list 5 open roles with published pay from 4 employers in Chicago. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Chicago.
Do I need a Illinois license to work in Chicago as a radiologic technologist?
ARRT certification in radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois 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 Chicago?
The federal per diem benchmark in Chicago is $195 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,009 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place radiologic technologists in Chicago?
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Your Rad Tech pay reportChicago, IL · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Central Maine Healthcare CorporationJoliet, IL · 11 postings$34.83/ hr$25–$54
- Advocate HealthOrland Park, IL · 4 postings$34.45/ hr$27–$43
- MercyIllinois · 3 postings$33.96/ hr$27–$41
- Hospital Sisters Health SystemSpringfield, IL · 5 postings$33.50/ hr$27–$51
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$27Median$33.50High$43
39 Rad Tech postings with published pay in Illinois, 24 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 39 Rad Tech roles
- Radiology TechnologistPermanent$26.55–$39.85/ hour
- Radiology TechPermanent$26.35–$38.17/ hour
+ 37 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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