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Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Fort Jackson, SC
$50k–$66k/ year
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Radiologic Technologist jobs in Charleston, SC
The median radiologic technologist pay in the Charleston area is $33.71 per hour ($70,120 a year), with the typical range running from $30.07 to $37.94. That ranks 172nd of 342 U.S. metro areas for radiologic technologist pay, and 238th of 306 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Charleston. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Charleston.
- $33.71median pay per hour, Charleston
- $30–$38typical range per hour
- 640radiologic technologists employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Radiologic Technologist pay in Charleston, SC
The metro median is 8% above the South Carolina statewide median of $31.30 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 640 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the Charleston-North Charleston metro area, 1.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.15).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $28.02 | $58,280 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $30.07 | $62,550 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $33.71 | $70,120 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $37.94 | $78,920 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $42.39 | $88,170 | 14% above U.S. median |
How Charleston ranks
- 172nd of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 238th of 306 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 8 South 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.
What your pay buys in Charleston
- Overall prices in Charleston-North Charleston run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% above the U.S. average (index 119.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $33.71 median hour buys what $33.39 buys at the national price level, 11% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,214
- Per year: $60,678
- Per month: $5,056
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Charleston-North Charleston metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Charleston
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $246 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,366 |
| 13-week assignment | $30,758 |
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 South Carolina
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Charleston as they open.
PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Radiology Technologist - Rock Hill/Fort Mill/Pineville Musculoskeletal Institute/Sports Medicine
Advocate Health · Rock Hill, SC
$26.55–$39.85/ hour
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Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Computed Tomography)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Fort Jackson, SC
$56k–$73k/ year
Hospitals in Charleston
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Charleston, 2 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of radiologic technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Va Medical Center Charleston, SC | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Roper Hospital Charleston, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Bon Secours-St Francis Xavier Hospital Charleston, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Trident Medical Center Charleston, SC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Musc Medical Center Charleston, SC | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Palmetto Lowcountry Behavioral Health Charleston, SC | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Pleasant, SC | 6 mi | $33.71/hr | 95,604 |
| North Charleston, SC | 8 mi | $33.71/hr | 126,005 |
| Savannah, GA | 91 mi | $31.46/hr | 148,808 |
| Columbia, SC | 100 mi | $30.39/hr | 144,788 |
| Augusta, GA | 127 mi | $29.81/hr | 201,737 |
| Wilmington, NC | 153 mi | $31.21/hr | 125,284 |
Radiologic Technologist jobs in South Carolina · Radiologic Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in South Carolina
ARRT certification in radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what South Carolina requires for your role with the South Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
South Carolina taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Charleston
Charleston city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do radiologic technologists make in Charleston, SC?
Radiologic Technologists in the Charleston-North Charleston metro area have a median pay of $33.71 per hour, about $70,120 a year. The middle half earn between $30.07 and $37.94 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Charleston a good place for radiologic technologists once cost of living is counted?
Charleston-North Charleston ranks 238th of 306 metro areas for radiologic technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 172nd of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do radiologic technologists work in Charleston?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Charleston, led by Charleston Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a South Carolina license to work in Charleston as a radiologic technologist?
ARRT certification in radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what South Carolina requires for your role with the South 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 Charleston?
The federal per diem benchmark in Charleston is $246 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,366 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place radiologic technologists in Charleston?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Military Treatment Facilities under DHAFort Jackson, SC · 2 postings$29.40/ hr$24–$35
- 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
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2What they are offering now
Low$24Median$30.90High$40
3 Rad Tech postings with published pay in South Carolina, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 3 Rad Tech roles
- Diagnostic Radiologic TechnologistPermanent$50k–$66k/ year
- Radiology Technologist - Rock Hill/Fort Mill/Pineville Musculoskeletal Institute/Sports MedicinePermanent$26.55–$39.85/ hour
+ 1 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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