IN · South Bend · Updated October 15, 2026

Radiologic Technologist jobs in South Bend, IN

Pay for radiologic technologists in the South Bend area centers on $37.04 per hour, or about $77,040 a year. The lower quarter earns under $30.21 and the upper quarter over $39.35. That ranks 117th of 342 U.S. metro areas for radiologic technologist pay, and 72nd of 306 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in South Bend. Tell us your role and we email current openings near South Bend.

Radiologic Technologist pay in South Bend, IN

The metro median is 1% above the Indiana statewide median of $36.83 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 250 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the South Bend-Mishawaka metro area, 1.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.30).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$25.08$52,17033% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$30.21$62,84019% below U.S. median
Median$37.04$77,0401% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$39.35$81,8505% above U.S. median
Top 10%$39.70$82,5806% above U.S. median

How South Bend ranks

  • 117th of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 72nd of 306 after adjusting for local prices
  • 3rd of 10 Indiana 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 South Bend

  • Overall prices in South Bend-Mishawaka run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.9, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 25% below the U.S. average (index 74.6).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $37.04 median hour buys what $39.89 buys at the national price level, 7% 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$1,333
  • Per year: $66,672
  • Per month: $5,556

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the South Bend-Mishawaka metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Travel assignment per diem in South Bend

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).

Hospitals in South Bend

CMS lists 1 hospital in South Bend, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of radiologic technologists.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Memorial Hospital Of South Bend
South Bend, IN
Acute careNonprofit2 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
Mishawaka, IN5 mi$37.04/hr51,020
Elkhart, IN16 mi$36.36/hr53,690
Kalamazoo, MI54 mi$37.79/hr73,290
Gary, IN56 mi$38.73/hr67,555
Hammond, IN63 mi$38.73/hr76,030
Battle Creek, MI69 mi$32.92/hr52,205

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License and tax basics in Indiana

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

Indiana 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 South Bend, IN?

Radiologic Technologists in the South Bend-Mishawaka metro area have a median pay of $37.04 per hour, about $77,040 a year. The middle half earn between $30.21 and $39.35 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

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

South Bend-Mishawaka ranks 72nd of 306 metro areas for radiologic technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 117th of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.

Where do radiologic technologists work in South Bend?

CMS lists 1 hospital in South Bend, led by Memorial Hospital Of South Bend. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Indiana license to work in South Bend as a radiologic technologist?

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

The federal per diem benchmark in South Bend 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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  • 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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