PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Perinatal Ultrasound Technologist
CommonSpirit Health · Gilbert, AZ
$41.14–$61.20/ hour
New this week
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Scottsdale, AZ
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Scottsdale area earn a median of $49.19 per hour, about $102,310 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $43.00 and $52.39. That ranks 40th of 267 U.S. metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay, and 55th of 248 once local prices are factored in. 2 open roles with published pay are listed for Scottsdale and its metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Scottsdale.
- $49.19median pay per hour, Phoenix
- $43–$52typical range per hour
- 1,430employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay in the metro area
Open Diagnostic Medical Sonographer roles near Scottsdale
Roles in other cities of the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler area.
PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Ultrasound Technologist
RadNet · Gilbert, AZ
$32.00–$40.00/ hour
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| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| CommonSpirit Health | 1 | $51.17 |
| RadNet | 1 | $36 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer pay in Scottsdale, AZ
The metro median is 1% above the Arizona statewide median of $48.61 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.95 per hour. BLS counts about 1,430 diagnostic medical sonographers employed in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.09).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $38.13 | $79,310 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $43.00 | $89,440 | in line with U.S. median |
| Median | $49.19 | $102,310 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $52.39 | $108,970 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $61.32 | $127,550 | 43% above U.S. median |
How Scottsdale ranks
- 40th of 267 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 55th of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Arizona metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (SOC 29-2032), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Scottsdale
- Overall prices in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler run 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% above the U.S. average (index 121.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $49.19 median hour buys what $47.61 buys at the national price level, 11% 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 Scottsdale paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,771
- Per year: $88,542
- Per month: $7,378
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Scottsdale
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $160 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,722 |
| 13-week assignment | $22,386 |
Travel diagnostic medical sonographer 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 Scottsdale
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Scottsdale, 1 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of diagnostic medical sonographers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honorhealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Med Ctr Scottsdale, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Honorhealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center Scottsdale, AZ | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center Scottsdale, AZ | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Banner Behavioral Health Hospital Scottsdale, AZ | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Via Linda Behavioral Hospital Scottsdale, AZ | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix, AZ | 15 mi | $49.19/hr | 1,673,164 |
| Tempe, AZ | 21 mi | $49.19/hr | 190,114 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Arizona · Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Arizona
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Arizona taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do diagnostic medical sonographers make in Scottsdale, AZ?
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metro area have a median pay of $49.19 per hour, about $102,310 a year. The middle half earn between $43.00 and $52.39 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Scottsdale a good place for diagnostic medical sonographers once cost of living is counted?
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler ranks 55th of 248 metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay after adjusting for local prices, and 40th of 267 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring diagnostic medical sonographers in Scottsdale?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Scottsdale.
Do I need a Arizona license to work in Scottsdale as a diagnostic medical sonographer?
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona 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 Scottsdale?
The federal per diem benchmark in Scottsdale is $160 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,722 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place diagnostic medical sonographers in Scottsdale?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthPRESCOTT, AZ · 2 postings$53.73/ hr$41–$67
- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 5 postings$73.71/ hr$56–$91
- MarinHealthGreenbrae, CA · 3 postings$71.30/ hr$57–$99
- CommonSpirit HealthOXNARD, CA · 5 postings$69.06/ hr$58–$83
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2What they are offering now
Low$32Median$51.17High$67
3 Sonographer postings with published pay in Arizona, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 3 Sonographer roles
- Vascular SonographerPermanent$45.26–$67.32/ hour
- Perinatal Ultrasound TechnologistPermanent$41.14–$61.20/ hour
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