Per diemPosted 29 days ago
Radiographer - Per Diem
Sturdy Memorial Hospital · Attleboro, MA
$31.87–$49.13/ hour
Radiologic Technologist jobs in Providence, RI
Pay for radiologic technologists in the Providence area centers on $40.69 per hour, or about $84,630 a year. The lower quarter earns under $36.22 and the upper quarter over $49.67. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Providence. That ranks 49th of 342 U.S. metro areas for radiologic technologist pay, and 68th of 306 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Providence.
- $40.69median pay per hour, Providence
- $36–$50typical range per hour
- 1,080radiologic technologists employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay in the metro area
Open Radiologic Technologist roles near Providence
Roles in other cities of the Providence-Warwick area.
PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Radiographer
Sturdy Memorial Hospital · Attleboro, MA
$31.87–$49.13/ hour
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Get my free pay reportRadiologic Technologist pay in Providence, RI
The metro median is in line with the Rhode Island statewide median of $40.69 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 1,080 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the Providence-Warwick metro area, 1.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.06).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.11 | $64,710 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $36.22 | $75,340 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Median | $40.69 | $84,630 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.67 | $103,310 | 33% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $54.52 | $113,400 | 46% above U.S. median |
How Providence ranks
- 49th of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 68th of 306 after adjusting for local prices
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 Providence
- Overall prices in Providence-Warwick run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $40.69 median hour buys what $39.98 buys at the national price level, 7% 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 Providence paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,465
- Per year: $73,242
- Per month: $6,104
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Providence-Warwick metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Providence
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $154 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,638 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,294 |
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 Providence
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Providence, 4 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of radiologic technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Va Medical Center Providence, RI | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Rhode Island Hospital Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Miriam Hospital Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Women & Infants Hospital Of Rhode Island Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Roger Williams Medical Center Providence, RI | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Butler Hospital Providence, RI | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pawtucket, RI | 4 mi | $40.69/hr | 76,996 |
| Cranston, RI | 5 mi | $40.69/hr | 84,448 |
| Brockton, MA | 27 mi | $48.94/hr | 105,788 |
| Framingham, MA | 34 mi | $48.94/hr | 73,361 |
| Weymouth Town, MA | 36 mi | $48.94/hr | 60,159 |
| Worcester, MA | 37 mi | $42.61/hr | 211,286 |
Radiologic Technologist jobs in Rhode Island · Radiologic Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Rhode Island
ARRT certification in radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Rhode Island requires for your role with the Rhode Island licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Rhode Island taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Providence
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Common questions
How much do radiologic technologists make in Providence, RI?
Radiologic Technologists in the Providence-Warwick metro area have a median pay of $40.69 per hour, about $84,630 a year. The middle half earn between $36.22 and $49.67 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Providence a good place for radiologic technologists once cost of living is counted?
Providence-Warwick ranks 68th of 306 metro areas for radiologic technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 49th of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring radiologic technologists in Providence?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in the Providence-Warwick area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Providence.
Do I need a Rhode Island license to work in Providence as a radiologic technologist?
ARRT certification in radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Rhode Island requires for your role with the Rhode Island 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 Providence?
The federal per diem benchmark in Providence is $154 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,638 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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