NC · Cary · Updated October 15, 2026

Radiologic Technologist jobs in Cary, NC

Pay for radiologic technologists in the Cary area centers on $31.85 per hour, or about $66,250 a year. The lower quarter earns under $29.28 and the upper quarter over $40.14. That ranks 217th of 342 U.S. metro areas for radiologic technologist pay, and 269th of 306 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Cary. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Cary.

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Radiologic Technologist pay in Cary, NC

The metro median is 1% below the North Carolina statewide median of $32.29 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 860 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the Raleigh-Cary metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.82).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$24.74$51,46034% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$29.28$60,90022% below U.S. median
Median$31.85$66,25015% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$40.14$83,4907% above U.S. median
Top 10%$40.18$83,5708% above U.S. median

How Cary ranks

  • 217th of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 269th of 306 after adjusting for local prices
  • 7th of 12 North Carolina 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 Cary

  • Overall prices in Raleigh-Cary run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.2, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.5).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $31.85 median hour buys what $32.45 buys at the national price level, 13% 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 Cary paycheck

Estimated weekly gross$1,147
  • Per year: $57,330
  • Per month: $4,778

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

Travel assignment per diem in Cary

ItemFederal rate
Lodging per night$131
Meals and incidentals per day$74
Per week (7 nights, 7 days)$1,435
13-week assignment$18,655

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).

Open Radiologic Technologist roles in North Carolina

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Hospitals in Cary

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

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Wakemed, Cary Hospital
Cary, NC
Acute careNonprofit5 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
Apex, NC5 mi$31.85/hr75,977
Raleigh, NC11 mi$31.85/hr499,825
Durham, NC14 mi$32.29/hr301,870
Chapel Hill, NC16 mi$32.29/hr64,028
Burlington, NC41 mi$33.11/hr61,365
Fayetteville, NC49 mi$34.92/hr209,496

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License and tax basics in North Carolina

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

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

North Carolina state guide

Other healthcare roles in Cary

Cary city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do radiologic technologists make in Cary, NC?

Radiologic Technologists in the Raleigh-Cary metro area have a median pay of $31.85 per hour, about $66,250 a year. The middle half earn between $29.28 and $40.14 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

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

Raleigh-Cary ranks 269th of 306 metro areas for radiologic technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 217th of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.

Where do radiologic technologists work in Cary?

CMS lists 1 hospital in Cary, led by Wakemed, Cary Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Cary as a radiologic technologist?

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

The federal per diem benchmark in Cary is $131 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,435 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

  • Advocate HealthCharlotte, NC · 42 postings$34.50/ hr$22–$50
  • ECU HealthKitty Hawk, NC · 2 postings$30.34/ hr$25–$36
  • CommonSpirit HealthCAMARILLO, CA · 7 postings$63.98/ hr$40–$79
  • Shriners Hospitals for ChildrenSacramento, CA · 3 postings$63.16/ hr$37–$74

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2What they are offering now

Low$29Median$34.50High$43

46 Rad Tech postings with published pay in North Carolina, 46 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 46 Rad Tech roles

  1. Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Computed Tomography (CT).Permanent
    $83k–$108k/ year
    Veterans Health Administration · Durham, NC · posted today
  2. Radiologic Technologist (UC)Permanent
    $24.69–$35.99/ hour
    ECU Health · Kitty Hawk, NC · posted today

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