NC · Chapel Hill · Updated October 15, 2026

Radiologic Technologist jobs in Chapel Hill, NC

Radiologic Technologists in North Carolina earn a median of $32.29 per hour, about $67,150 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $29.29 and $38.62. That is 14% below the U.S. median of $37.34 per hour. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Chapel Hill and its metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Chapel Hill.

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Radiologic Technologist pay in Chapel Hill, NC

Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 8,110 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in North Carolina.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$24.54$51,04034% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$29.29$60,92022% below U.S. median
Median$32.29$67,15014% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$38.62$80,3303% above U.S. median
Top 10%$43.88$91,27018% above U.S. median

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 Chapel Hill

  • Overall prices in Durham-Chapel Hill run 2% below the U.S. average (index 97.6, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 1% below the U.S. average (index 98.9).

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 Chapel Hill paycheck

Estimated weekly gross$1,162
  • Per year: $58,122
  • Per month: $4,844

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for North Carolina. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Travel assignment per diem in Chapel Hill

ItemFederal rate
Lodging per night$140
Meals and incidentals per day$80
Per week (7 nights, 7 days)$1,540
13-week assignment$20,020

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 Chapel Hill

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

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Unc Hospitals
Chapel Hill, NC
Acute careGovernment and federal5 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
Durham, NC9 mi$32.29/hr301,870
Cary, NC16 mi$31.85/hr182,659
Apex, NC17 mi$31.85/hr75,977
Raleigh, NC23 mi$31.85/hr499,825
Burlington, NC26 mi$33.11/hr61,365
Wake Forest, NC30 mi$31.85/hr56,764

Radiologic Technologist jobs in North Carolina · Radiologic Technologist jobs nationwide

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 Chapel Hill

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Common questions

How much do radiologic technologists make in Chapel Hill, NC?

Radiologic Technologists in North Carolina have a median pay of $32.29 per hour, about $67,150 a year. The middle half earn between $29.29 and $38.62 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Who is hiring radiologic technologists in Chapel Hill?

We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Durham-Chapel Hill area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Chapel Hill.

Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Chapel Hill 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 Chapel Hill?

The federal per diem benchmark in Chapel Hill is $140 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,540 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.

Does Valorem Health place radiologic technologists in Chapel Hill?

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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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