OR · Portland · Updated October 15, 2026

Radiologic Technologist jobs in Portland, OR

Pay for radiologic technologists in the Portland area centers on $49.21 per hour, or about $102,370 a year. The lower quarter earns under $41.02 and the upper quarter over $50.02. That ranks 13th of 342 U.S. metro areas for radiologic technologist pay, and 14th of 306 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 9 hospitals in Portland. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Portland.

More open Radiologic Technologist roles in Portland

1 more open role from employers in Portland. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.

Per diemPosted today

Radiology Technologist

Shriners Hospitals for Children · Portland, OR

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Radiologic Technologist pay in Portland, OR

The metro median is 3% above the Oregon statewide median of $47.85 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 1,290 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.73).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$36.36$75,6303% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$41.02$85,32010% above U.S. median
Median$49.21$102,37032% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$50.02$104,04034% above U.S. median
Top 10%$59.05$122,82058% above U.S. median

How Portland ranks

  • 13th of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 14th of 306 after adjusting for local prices
  • 1st of 5 Oregon 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 Portland

  • Overall prices in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro run 5% above the U.S. average (index 105.4, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 25% above the U.S. average (index 125.1).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $49.21 median hour buys what $46.68 buys at the national price level, 25% 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 Portland paycheck

Estimated weekly gross$1,772
  • Per year: $88,578
  • Per month: $7,382

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

Travel assignment per diem in Portland

ItemFederal rate
Lodging per night$155
Meals and incidentals per day$86
Per week (7 nights, 7 days)$1,687
13-week assignment$21,931

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 Oregon

Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Portland as they open.

Per diemPosted 3 days ago

Radiologic Technologist

GoHealth Urgent Care · Johnson Creek, OR

$32.00–$40.00/ hour
  • Per diem
  • Req JR112673
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PermanentPosted 3 days ago

Radiologic Technologist

GoHealth Urgent Care · Lake Oswego, OR

$32.00–$40.00/ hour
  • Part time
  • Req JR112674
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PermanentPosted 3 days ago

Radiologic Technologist

GoHealth Urgent Care · Oregon City, OR

$32.00–$40.00/ hour
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  • Req JR112675
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Hospitals in Portland

CMS lists 9 hospitals in Portland, 5 of the 7 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of radiologic technologists.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Portland Va Medical Center
Portland, OR
Acute Care - Veterans AdministrationGovernment and federal5 of 5Yes
Adventist Health Portland
Portland, OR
Acute careNonprofit4 of 5Yes
Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center
Portland, OR
Acute careNonprofit4 of 5Yes
Providence Portland Medical Center
Portland, OR
Acute careNonprofit4 of 5Yes
Providence St Vincent Medical Center
Portland, OR
Acute careNonprofit4 of 5Yes
Legacy Emanuel Medical Center
Portland, OR
Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes
Ohsu Hospital And Clinics
Portland, OR
Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes
Shriners Hospital For Children - Portland
Portland, OR
Children'sNonprofitNot ratedNo
Cedar Hills Hospital
Portland, OR
PsychiatricFor-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
Vancouver, WA7 mi$49.21/hr198,992
Beaverton, OR9 mi$49.21/hr98,302
Salem, OR46 mi$47.06/hr180,406
Albany, OR67 mi$47.85/hr57,156
Corvallis, OR74 mi$47.85/hr61,993
Springfield, OR104 mi$44.97/hr61,182

Radiologic Technologist jobs in Oregon · Radiologic Technologist jobs nationwide

License and tax basics in Oregon

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

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

Oregon state guide

Other healthcare roles in Portland

Portland city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do radiologic technologists make in Portland, OR?

Radiologic Technologists in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro metro area have a median pay of $49.21 per hour, about $102,370 a year. The middle half earn between $41.02 and $50.02 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

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

Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro ranks 14th of 306 metro areas for radiologic technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 13th of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% above the U.S. average.

Where do radiologic technologists work in Portland?

CMS lists 9 hospitals in Portland, led by Portland Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Oregon license to work in Portland as a radiologic technologist?

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

The federal per diem benchmark in Portland is $155 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,687 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.

Does Valorem Health place radiologic technologists in Portland?

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1Pay for your role at other hospitals

  • Saint Charles Health SystemPrineville, OR · 2 postings$52.44/ hr$38–$69
  • GoHealth Urgent CareOregon City, OR · 4 postings$36.00/ hr$32–$40
  • 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$32Median$36.00High$60

6 Rad Tech postings with published pay in Oregon, 6 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 6 Rad Tech roles

  1. Radiologic TechnologistPer diem
    $32.00–$40.00/ hour
    GoHealth Urgent Care · Johnson Creek, OR · posted 3 days ago
  2. Radiologic TechnologistPermanent
    $32.00–$40.00/ hour
    GoHealth Urgent Care · Lake Oswego, OR · posted 3 days ago

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