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X-Ray/Registered Radiologic Technologist, Day Shift, Outpatient Orthopedics
Adventist Health · Rockville, MD
$32.17–$48.25/ hour
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Radiologic Technologist jobs in Alexandria, VA
The median radiologic technologist pay in the Alexandria area is $41.51 per hour ($86,330 a year), with the typical range running from $37.82 to $48.72. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Alexandria and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Alexandria. The free report below lists employers near Alexandria and what they pay.
- $41.51median pay per hour, Washington
- $38–$49typical range per hour
- 3,360radiologic technologists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 8% above the Virginia statewide median of $38.31 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 3,360 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.74).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $32.43 | $67,450 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.82 | $78,670 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Median | $41.51 | $86,330 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.72 | $101,340 | 30% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $56.41 | $117,330 | 51% above U.S. median |
How Alexandria ranks
- 44th of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 118th 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 Alexandria
- Overall prices in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria run 9% above the U.S. average (index 108.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $41.51 median hour buys what $38.12 buys at the national price level, 2% 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 Alexandria paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,494
- Per year: $74,718
- Per month: $6,226
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Alexandria
| 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 Alexandria
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Alexandria, 2 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of radiologic technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inova Alexandria Hospital Alexandria, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Inova Mount Vernon Hospital Alexandria, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC | 7 mi | $41.51/hr | 702,250 |
| Rockville, MD | 19 mi | $41.51/hr | 68,417 |
| Baltimore, MD | 42 mi | $38.29/hr | 568,271 |
| Richmond, VA | 92 mi | $38.28/hr | 233,655 |
| Lancaster, PA | 94 mi | $31.63/hr | 58,441 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | 100 mi | $38.31/hr | 51,164 |
Radiologic Technologist jobs in Virginia · Radiologic Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Virginia
ARRT certification in radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Virginia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do radiologic technologists make in Alexandria, VA?
Radiologic Technologists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area have a median pay of $41.51 per hour, about $86,330 a year. The middle half earn between $37.82 and $48.72 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Alexandria a good place for radiologic technologists once cost of living is counted?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria ranks 118th of 306 metro areas for radiologic technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 44th of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring radiologic technologists in Alexandria?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Alexandria.
Do I need a Virginia license to work in Alexandria as a radiologic technologist?
ARRT certification in radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia 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 Alexandria?
The federal per diem benchmark in Alexandria 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 reportAlexandria, VA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- GoHealth Urgent CareDulles South, VA · 4 postings$43.00/ hr$38–$48
- Mary Washington HealthcareVirginia · 22 postings$42.59/ hr$34–$59
- Sentara HealthcareNorfolk, VA · 16 postings$37.56/ hr$19–$58
- VCU Health SystemRichmond, VA · 11 postings$37.25/ hr$31–$49
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$30Median$39.47High$51
66 Rad Tech postings with published pay in Virginia, 45 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 66 Rad Tech roles
- Radiologic Technologist - Sign On Bonus $10,000Permanent$38.50–$47.50/ hour
- Radiologic Technologist - Sign On Bonus $10,000Permanent$38.50–$47.50/ hour
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