KS · Topeka · Updated October 15, 2026

Radiologic Technologist jobs in Topeka, KS

Pay for radiologic technologists in the Topeka area centers on $38.02 per hour, or about $79,080 a year. The lower quarter earns under $36.14 and the upper quarter over $47.08. That ranks 89th of 342 U.S. metro areas for radiologic technologist pay, and 39th of 306 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Topeka. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Topeka.

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Radiologic Technologist pay in Topeka, KS

The metro median is 15% above the Kansas statewide median of $33.05 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 180 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the Topeka metro area, 1.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.08).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$29.54$61,44021% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$36.14$75,1703% below U.S. median
Median$38.02$79,0802% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$47.08$97,93026% above U.S. median
Top 10%$47.08$97,93026% above U.S. median

How Topeka ranks

  • 89th of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 39th of 306 after adjusting for local prices
  • 1st of 4 Kansas 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.

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What your pay buys in Topeka

  • Overall prices in Topeka run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.8, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 35% below the U.S. average (index 65.0).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $38.02 median hour buys what $42.81 buys at the national price level, 15% 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 Topeka paycheck

Estimated weekly gross$1,369
  • Per year: $68,436
  • Per month: $5,703

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

Travel assignment per diem in Topeka

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 Topeka

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Topeka, 2 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of radiologic technologists.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Stormont Vail Hospital
Topeka, KS
Acute careNonprofit4 of 5Yes
Va Eastern Kansas Healthcare System
Topeka, KS
Acute Care - Veterans AdministrationGovernment and federal4 of 5Yes
University Of Kansas Health System - St Francis Campus
Topeka, KS
Acute careNonprofit3 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
Lawrence, KS24 mi$31.81/hr97,271
Shawnee, KS48 mi$36.88/hr69,724
Lenexa, KS48 mi$36.88/hr59,427
Olathe, KS48 mi$36.88/hr149,035
Manhattan, KS50 mi$31.89/hr54,700
Kansas City, KS52 mi$36.88/hr156,752

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License and tax basics in Kansas

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

Kansas 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 Topeka, KS?

Radiologic Technologists in the Topeka metro area have a median pay of $38.02 per hour, about $79,080 a year. The middle half earn between $36.14 and $47.08 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

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

Topeka ranks 39th of 306 metro areas for radiologic technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 89th of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.

Where do radiologic technologists work in Topeka?

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Topeka, led by Stormont Vail Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Kansas license to work in Topeka as a radiologic technologist?

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

The federal per diem benchmark in Topeka 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.

Does Valorem Health place radiologic technologists in Topeka?

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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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