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Radiologic Technologist jobs in El Paso, TX
Pay for radiologic technologists in the El Paso area centers on $31.81 per hour, or about $66,160 a year. The lower quarter earns under $27.87 and the upper quarter over $37.76. The CMS hospital directory lists 11 hospitals in El Paso. That ranks 218th of 342 U.S. metro areas for radiologic technologist pay, and 168th of 306 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near El Paso.
- $31.81median pay per hour, El Paso
- $28–$38typical range per hour
- 580radiologic technologists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 14% below the Texas statewide median of $36.93 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 580 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the El Paso metro area, 1.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.21).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.23 | $50,400 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $27.87 | $57,970 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Median | $31.81 | $66,160 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $37.76 | $78,540 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $42.70 | $88,820 | 14% above U.S. median |
How El Paso ranks
- 218th of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 168th of 306 after adjusting for local prices
- 13th of 24 Texas 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 El Paso
- Overall prices in El Paso run 10% below the U.S. average (index 89.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 29% below the U.S. average (index 71.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $31.81 median hour buys what $35.38 buys at the national price level, 5% 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 El Paso paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,145
- Per year: $57,258
- Per month: $4,771
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the El Paso metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in El Paso
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
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 (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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 El Paso
CMS lists 11 hospitals in El Paso, 0 of the 6 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of radiologic technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Medical Center Of El Paso El Paso, TX | Acute care | Other | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Las Palmas Medical Center A Campus Of Lpds Healthc El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Sierra Medical Center El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The Hospitals Of Providence - East Campus El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The Hospitals Of Providence Transmountain Campus El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| El Paso Children's Hospital El Paso, TX | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| William Beaumont Amg (Ft Bliss) El Paso, TX | Acute Care - Department of Defense | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
| El Paso Behavioral Health System El Paso, TX | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| El Paso Psychiatric Center El Paso, TX | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Cruces, NM | 39 mi | $32.18/hr | 116,998 |
| Odessa, TX | 240 mi | $30.91/hr | 119,748 |
| Midland, TX | 253 mi | $39.22/hr | 143,687 |
| Tucson, AZ | 261 mi | $37.98/hr | 554,013 |
| Marana, AZ | 278 mi | $41.08/hr | 62,380 |
| Lubbock, TX | 289 mi | $29.68/hr | 272,086 |
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License and tax basics in Texas
ARRT certification in radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Texas does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in El Paso
El Paso city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do radiologic technologists make in El Paso, TX?
Radiologic Technologists in the El Paso metro area have a median pay of $31.81 per hour, about $66,160 a year. The middle half earn between $27.87 and $37.76 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is El Paso a good place for radiologic technologists once cost of living is counted?
El Paso ranks 168th of 306 metro areas for radiologic technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 218th of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring radiologic technologists in El Paso?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in El Paso. Your free report adds named employers and pay near El Paso.
Do I need a Texas license to work in El Paso as a radiologic technologist?
ARRT certification in radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas 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 El Paso?
The federal per diem benchmark in El Paso is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your Rad Tech pay reportEl Paso, TX · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Military Treatment Facilities under DHAEl Paso, TX · 2 postings$34.96/ hr$25–$47
- Veterans Health AdministrationSan Antonio, TX · 5 postings$40.16/ hr$24–$60
- CommonSpirit HealthHOUSTON, TX · 3 postings$34.95/ hr$28–$42
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$25Median$34.95High$48
10 Rad Tech postings with published pay in Texas, 9 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 10 Rad Tech roles
- Diagnostic Radiologic TechnologistPermanent$53k–$65k/ year
- DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST (MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING)Permanent$75k–$98k/ year
+ 8 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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