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Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Bridgeport, CT
Pay for diagnostic medical sonographers in the Bridgeport area centers on $51.43 per hour, or about $106,970 a year. The lower quarter earns under $45.09 and the upper quarter over $61.13. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Bridgeport. That ranks 26th of 267 U.S. metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay, and 50th of 248 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Bridgeport.
- $51.43median pay per hour, Bridgeport
- $45–$61typical range per hour
- 240employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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Breast Ultrasound Technologist
Hartford HealthCare · Bridgeport, CT
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Ultrasound Technologist - Radiology (Per Diem)
Hartford HealthCare · Bridgeport, CT
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The metro median is 4% above the Connecticut statewide median of $49.45 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.95 per hour. BLS counts about 240 diagnostic medical sonographers employed in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.05).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $41.83 | $87,010 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $45.09 | $93,790 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Median | $51.43 | $106,970 | 20% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $61.13 | $127,150 | 42% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $64.31 | $133,760 | 50% above U.S. median |
How Bridgeport ranks
- 26th of 267 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 50th of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Connecticut 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 Bridgeport
- Overall prices in Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury run 7% above the U.S. average (index 106.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 50% above the U.S. average (index 150.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $51.43 median hour buys what $48.13 buys at the national price level, 12% 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 Bridgeport paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,851
- Per year: $92,574
- Per month: $7,714
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bridgeport
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $146 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,624 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,112 |
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 Bridgeport
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Bridgeport, 2 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of diagnostic medical sonographers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport Hospital Bridgeport, CT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Vincent's Medical Center Bridgeport, CT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System Bridgeport, CT | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Haven, CT | 13 mi | $49.45/hr | 55,379 |
| Norwalk, CT | 13 mi | $49.45/hr | 93,661 |
| New Haven, CT | 16 mi | $49.05/hr | 137,562 |
| Stamford, CT | 20 mi | $51.43/hr | 139,134 |
| Danbury, CT | 21 mi | $51.43/hr | 88,692 |
| Waterbury, CT | 27 mi | $49.55/hr | 115,908 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Connecticut · Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Connecticut
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Connecticut 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 Bridgeport, CT?
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury metro area have a median pay of $51.43 per hour, about $106,970 a year. The middle half earn between $45.09 and $61.13 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bridgeport a good place for diagnostic medical sonographers once cost of living is counted?
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury ranks 50th of 248 metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay after adjusting for local prices, and 26th of 267 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring diagnostic medical sonographers in Bridgeport?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Bridgeport.
Do I need a Connecticut license to work in Bridgeport as a diagnostic medical sonographer?
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut 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 Bridgeport?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bridgeport is $146 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,624 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 Bridgeport?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- 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
- MultiCareTacoma, WA · 23 postings$64.09/ hr$41–$91
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285 Sonographer postings with published pay in the US, 219 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 Sonographer roles
- Ultrasound TechnologistPermanent$48.00–$51.00/ hour
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