MI · Southfield · Updated October 15, 2026

Radiologic Technologist jobs in Southfield, MI

The median radiologic technologist pay in the Southfield area is $33.44 per hour ($69,550 a year), with the typical range running from $30.84 to $39.81. That ranks 175th of 342 U.S. metro areas for radiologic technologist pay, and 242nd of 306 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Southfield. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Southfield.

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Radiologic Technologist pay in Southfield, MI

The metro median is 2% above the Michigan statewide median of $32.92 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 3,150 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area, 1.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.14).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$26.01$54,10030% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$30.84$64,15017% below U.S. median
Median$33.44$69,55010% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$39.81$82,8007% above U.S. median
Top 10%$42.90$89,23015% above U.S. median

How Southfield ranks

  • 175th of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 242nd of 306 after adjusting for local prices
  • 3rd of 7 Michigan 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 Southfield

  • Overall prices in Detroit-Warren-Dearborn run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.3, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.7).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $33.44 median hour buys what $33.34 buys at the national price level, 11% below 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 Southfield paycheck

Estimated weekly gross$1,204
  • Per year: $60,192
  • Per month: $5,016

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

Travel assignment per diem in Southfield

ItemFederal rate
Lodging per night$116
Meals and incidentals per day$80
Per week (7 nights, 7 days)$1,372
13-week assignment$17,836

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).

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Hospitals in Southfield

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Southfield, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of radiologic technologists.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Ascension Providence Hospital, Southfield And Novi
Southfield, MI
Acute careNonprofit4 of 5Yes
Straith Hospital For Special Surgery
Southfield, MI
Acute careNonprofitNot ratedNo
Surgeons Choice Medical Center
Southfield, MI
Acute careFor-profitNot ratedNo

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
Royal Oak, MI6 mi$33.44/hr58,251
Farmington Hills, MI6 mi$33.44/hr84,173

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License and tax basics in Michigan

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

Michigan taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

Michigan state guide

Other healthcare roles in Southfield

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Common questions

How much do radiologic technologists make in Southfield, MI?

Radiologic Technologists in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area have a median pay of $33.44 per hour, about $69,550 a year. The middle half earn between $30.84 and $39.81 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

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

Detroit-Warren-Dearborn ranks 242nd of 306 metro areas for radiologic technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 175th of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.

Where do radiologic technologists work in Southfield?

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Southfield, led by Ascension Providence Hospital, Southfield And Novi. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Michigan license to work in Southfield as a radiologic technologist?

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

The federal per diem benchmark in Southfield is $116 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,372 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

  • Veterans Health AdministrationIron Mountain, MI · 2 postings$37.12/ hr$20–$53
  • 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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2What they are offering now

Low$27Median$39.36High$56

598 Rad Tech postings with published pay in the US, 470 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 2 Rad Tech roles

  1. Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (PACS)Permanent
    $85k–$111k/ year
    Veterans Health Administration · Iron Mountain, MI · posted yesterday
  2. Diagnostic Radiologic TechnologistPermanent
    $41k–$73k/ year
    Veterans Health Administration · Gaylord, MI · posted 10 days ago

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