PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - Interventional Radiography
Veterans Health Administration · Saint Louis, MO
$96k–$125k/ year
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Radiologic Technologist jobs in St. Louis, MO
Radiologic Technologists in the St. Louis area earn a median of $33.19 per hour, about $69,020 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $30.02 and $39.54. That ranks 182nd of 342 U.S. metro areas for radiologic technologist pay, and 184th of 306 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for St. Louis. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near St. Louis.
- $33.19median pay per hour, St. Louis
- $30–$40typical range per hour
- 1,830radiologic technologists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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Cardiac Catheterization Interventional Radiology Technologist
SSM Health · Saint Louis, MO
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Cardiac Catheterization Interventional Radiology Technologist Float
SSM Health · Saint Louis, MO
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PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Interventional Radiology Technologist - Pediatric
SSM Health · Saint Louis, MO
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Per diemPosted 17 days ago
Radiology Technologist
Shriners Hospitals for Children · St. Louis, MO
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PermanentPosted 27 days ago
Radiology Technologist
SSM Health · Saint Louis, MO
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Get my free pay reportRadiologic Technologist pay in St. Louis, MO
The metro median is 3% above the Missouri statewide median of $32.27 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 1,830 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the St. Louis metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.94).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $26.51 | $55,140 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $30.02 | $62,440 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $33.19 | $69,020 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $39.54 | $82,240 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $45.61 | $94,870 | 22% above U.S. median |
How St. Louis ranks
- 182nd of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 184th of 306 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 7 Missouri 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 St. Louis
- Overall prices in St. Louis run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 79.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $33.19 median hour buys what $34.90 buys at the national price level, 7% 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 St. Louis paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,195
- Per year: $59,742
- Per month: $4,978
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the St. Louis metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in St. Louis
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $150 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,652 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,476 |
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 St. Louis
CMS lists 11 hospitals in St. Louis, 5 of the 8 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of radiologic technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri Baptist Medical Center Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| St Louis-John Cochran Va Medical Center St. Louis, MO | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Barnes Jewish Hospital Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Christian Hospital Northeast Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital St Louis Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ssm Health St Mary's Hospital - St Louis Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital South Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Shriners Hospitals For Children Saint Louis, MO | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| St Louis Childrens Hospital Saint Louis, MO | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florissant, MO | 12 mi | $33.19/hr | 51,290 |
| St. Charles, MO | 18 mi | $33.19/hr | 72,458 |
| Springfield, IL | 86 mi | $32.03/hr | 112,949 |
| Decatur, IL | 110 mi | $37.45/hr | 68,763 |
| Columbia, MO | 114 mi | $30.90/hr | 130,900 |
| Bloomington, IL | 144 mi | $32.27/hr | 79,232 |
Radiologic Technologist jobs in Missouri · Radiologic Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Missouri
ARRT certification in radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Missouri 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 St. Louis, MO?
Radiologic Technologists in the St. Louis metro area have a median pay of $33.19 per hour, about $69,020 a year. The middle half earn between $30.02 and $39.54 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is St. Louis a good place for radiologic technologists once cost of living is counted?
St. Louis ranks 184th of 306 metro areas for radiologic technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 182nd of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring radiologic technologists in St. Louis?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in St. Louis. Your free report adds named employers and pay near St. Louis.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in St. Louis as a radiologic technologist?
ARRT certification in radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri 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 St. Louis?
The federal per diem benchmark in St. Louis is $150 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,652 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place radiologic technologists in St. Louis?
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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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Low$27Median$39.36High$56
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3Open now: 2 Rad Tech roles
- Diagnostic Radiologic TechnologistPermanent$50k–$66k/ year
- Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - Interventional RadiographyPermanent$96k–$125k/ year
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