WI · La Crosse · Updated October 15, 2026

Radiologic Technologist jobs in La Crosse, WI

Radiologic Technologists in the La Crosse area earn a median of $39.19 per hour, about $81,500 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $32.97 and $40.72. That ranks 70th of 342 U.S. metro areas for radiologic technologist pay, and 40th of 306 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in La Crosse. Tell us your role and we email current openings near La Crosse.

Radiologic Technologist pay in La Crosse, WI

The metro median is 7% above the Wisconsin statewide median of $36.64 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 140 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the La Crosse-Onalaska metro area, 1.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.15).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$30.15$62,71019% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$32.97$68,58012% below U.S. median
Median$39.19$81,5005% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$40.72$84,7009% above U.S. median
Top 10%$40.72$84,7009% above U.S. median

How La Crosse ranks

  • 70th of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 40th of 306 after adjusting for local prices
  • 1st of 11 Wisconsin 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 La Crosse

  • Overall prices in La Crosse-Onalaska run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.8, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 31% below the U.S. average (index 69.4).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $39.19 median hour buys what $42.71 buys at the national price level, 14% 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.

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Estimated weekly gross$1,411
  • Per year: $70,542
  • Per month: $5,878

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the La Crosse-Onalaska metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Travel assignment per diem in La Crosse

ItemFederal 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).

Open Radiologic Technologist roles in Wisconsin

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PermanentPosted 23 days ago

Radiologic Technologist

Hospital Sisters Health System · Green Bay, WI

$26.80–$40.20/ hour
  • Part time
  • Req R1037989
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Hospitals in La Crosse

CMS lists 2 hospitals in La Crosse, 2 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of radiologic technologists.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Mayo Clinic Health System-Franciscan Medical Center Inc
La Crosse, WI
Acute careNonprofit5 of 5Yes
Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center
La Crosse, WI
Acute careNonprofit4 of 5Yes

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Radiologic Technologist pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Rochester, MN64 mi$37.42/hr123,624
Eau Claire, WI70 mi$36.30/hr72,331
Dubuque, IA95 mi$31.21/hr58,987
Madison, WI103 mi$36.74/hr285,300
Waterloo, IA108 mi$29.89/hr67,477
Woodbury, MN112 mi$40.09/hr80,596

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License and tax basics in Wisconsin

ARRT certification in radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.

Wisconsin 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 La Crosse, WI?

Radiologic Technologists in the La Crosse-Onalaska metro area have a median pay of $39.19 per hour, about $81,500 a year. The middle half earn between $32.97 and $40.72 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is La Crosse a good place for radiologic technologists once cost of living is counted?

La Crosse-Onalaska ranks 40th of 306 metro areas for radiologic technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 70th of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.

Where do radiologic technologists work in La Crosse?

CMS lists 2 hospitals in La Crosse, led by Mayo Clinic Health System-Franciscan Medical Center Inc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in La Crosse as a radiologic technologist?

ARRT certification in radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin 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 La Crosse?

The federal per diem benchmark in La Crosse 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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1Pay for your role at other hospitals

  • MercyWisconsin · 5 postings$33.96/ hr$26–$50
  • Hospital Sisters Health SystemGreen Bay, WI · 2 postings$33.50/ hr$27–$40
  • CommonSpirit HealthCAMARILLO, CA · 7 postings$63.98/ hr$40–$79
  • Shriners Hospitals for ChildrenSacramento, CA · 3 postings$63.16/ hr$37–$74

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Low$27Median$33.96High$50

10 Rad Tech postings with published pay in Wisconsin, 5 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

  1. Radiologic Technologist (CT)Permanent
    $35.45–$53.15/ hour
    Mayo Clinic · Osseo, WI · posted 6 days ago
  2. Radiologic Technologist ClinicPermanent
    $25.60–$38.40/ hour
    Mercy · Wisconsin · posted 10 days ago

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