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Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist -Lead Mammography Technologist
Veterans Health Administration · Salt Lake City, UT
$81k–$105k/ year
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Radiologic Technologist jobs in Salt Lake City, UT
The median radiologic technologist pay in the Salt Lake City area is $39.63 per hour ($82,430 a year), with the typical range running from $31.07 to $48.72. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Salt Lake City. The CMS hospital directory lists 8 hospitals in Salt Lake City. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Salt Lake City.
- $39.63median pay per hour, Salt Lake City
- $31–$49typical range per hour
- 670radiologic technologists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 3% above the Utah statewide median of $38.50 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 670 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area, 0.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.56).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.27 | $46,320 | 40% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $31.07 | $64,630 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $39.63 | $82,430 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.72 | $101,340 | 30% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $52.01 | $108,180 | 39% above U.S. median |
How Salt Lake City ranks
- 62nd of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 87th of 306 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Utah 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 Salt Lake City
- Overall prices in Salt Lake City-Murray run 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% above the U.S. average (index 123.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $39.63 median hour buys what $39.29 buys at the national price level, 5% 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 Salt Lake City paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,427
- Per year: $71,334
- Per month: $5,944
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Salt Lake City
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $142 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,554 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,202 |
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 Salt Lake City
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Salt Lake City, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lds Hospital Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Utah Hospital And Clinics Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| St Mark's Hospital Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Va Salt Lake City Healthcare - George E. Wahlen Va Medical Center Salt Lake City, UT | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Holy Cross Hospital - Salt Lake Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Primary Children's Hospital Salt Lake City, UT | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Marian Center Salt Lake City, UT | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Salt Lake Behavioral Health Salt Lake City, UT | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Valley City, UT | 7 mi | $39.63/hr | 138,144 |
| Millcreek, UT | 8 mi | $39.63/hr | 64,217 |
| Layton, UT | 21 mi | $33.54/hr | 84,348 |
| Lehi, UT | 25 mi | $39.50/hr | 93,446 |
| Saratoga Springs, UT | 30 mi | $39.50/hr | 57,411 |
Radiologic Technologist jobs in Utah · Radiologic Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Utah
ARRT certification in radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Utah taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Salt Lake City
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Common questions
How much do radiologic technologists make in Salt Lake City, UT?
Radiologic Technologists in the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area have a median pay of $39.63 per hour, about $82,430 a year. The middle half earn between $31.07 and $48.72 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Salt Lake City a good place for radiologic technologists once cost of living is counted?
Salt Lake City-Murray ranks 87th of 306 metro areas for radiologic technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 62nd of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring radiologic technologists in Salt Lake City?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Salt Lake City. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Salt Lake City.
Do I need a Utah license to work in Salt Lake City as a radiologic technologist?
ARRT certification in radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah 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 Salt Lake City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Salt Lake City is $142 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,554 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place radiologic technologists in Salt Lake City?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthWest Valley City, UT · 3 postings$25.79/ hr$21–$39
- 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$21Median$29.10High$48
4 Rad Tech postings with published pay in Utah, 4 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 4 Rad Tech roles
- Radiology TechPer diem$26.06–$38.76/ hour
- Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist -Lead Mammography TechnologistPermanent$81k–$105k/ year
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