PermanentPosted 6 days ago
Ultrasound Technologist
RadNet · Estero, FL
$35.00–$48.00/ hour
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Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Orlando, FL
Pay for diagnostic medical sonographers in the Orlando area centers on $38.94 per hour, or about $80,990 a year. The lower quarter earns under $37.27 and the upper quarter over $44.95. That ranks 152nd of 267 U.S. metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay, and 214th of 248 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 8 hospitals in Orlando. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Orlando.
- $38.94median pay per hour, Orlando
- $37–$45typical range per hour
- 820employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer pay in Orlando, FL
The metro median is in line with the Florida statewide median of $39.06 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.95 per hour. BLS counts about 820 diagnostic medical sonographers employed in the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford 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% | $30.76 | $63,980 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.27 | $77,520 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.94 | $80,990 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $44.95 | $93,500 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $47.38 | $98,550 | 10% above U.S. median |
How Orlando ranks
- 152nd of 267 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 214th of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 19 Florida 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 Orlando
- Overall prices in Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% above the U.S. average (index 123.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.94 median hour buys what $38.40 buys at the national price level, 11% below 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$1,402
- Per year: $70,092
- Per month: $5,841
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Orlando
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $147 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,589 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,657 |
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).
Open Diagnostic Medical Sonographer roles in Florida
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Orlando as they open.
PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Ultrasound Technologist
Mayo Clinic · Jacksonville, FL
$35.45–$53.15/ hour
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Ultrasound Technologist
RadNet · Lehigh Acres, FL
$35.00–$48.00/ hour
Hospitals in Orlando
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Orlando, 2 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of diagnostic medical sonographers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando Va Medical Center Orlando, FL | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Orlando Health Orlando, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Adventhealth Orlando Orlando, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Ucf Lake Nona Hospital Orlando, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Nemours Childrens Hospital, Florida Orlando, FL | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Aspire Health Partners Orlando, FL | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Central Florida Behavioral Hospital Orlando, FL | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| University Behavioral Center Orlando, FL | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Cloud, FL | 12 mi | $38.94/hr | 71,036 |
| Kissimmee, FL | 12 mi | $38.94/hr | 84,756 |
| Deltona, FL | 34 mi | $37.74/hr | 100,513 |
| Winter Haven, FL | 38 mi | $38.72/hr | 59,975 |
| Melbourne, FL | 42 mi | $38.60/hr | 87,561 |
| Palm Bay, FL | 48 mi | $38.60/hr | 142,023 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Florida · Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Florida
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Florida does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Orlando
Orlando city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do diagnostic medical sonographers make in Orlando, FL?
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford metro area have a median pay of $38.94 per hour, about $80,990 a year. The middle half earn between $37.27 and $44.95 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Orlando a good place for diagnostic medical sonographers once cost of living is counted?
Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford ranks 214th of 248 metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay after adjusting for local prices, and 152nd of 267 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do diagnostic medical sonographers work in Orlando?
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Orlando, led by Orlando Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Orlando as a diagnostic medical sonographer?
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida 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 Orlando?
The federal per diem benchmark in Orlando is $147 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,589 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your Sonographer pay reportOrlando, FL · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- RadNetEstero, FL · 2 postings$41.50/ hr$35–$48
- Florida Vein Center, Inc.Bradenton, FL · 1 wage offer$40.87/ hr$41–$41
- American Care of Tampa, Inc.Winter Haven, FL · 1 wage offer$35.16/ hr$35–$35
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$35Median$41.50High$53
3 Sonographer postings with published pay in Florida, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 3 Sonographer roles
- Ultrasound TechnologistPermanent$35.00–$48.00/ hour
- Ultrasound TechnologistPermanent$35.45–$53.15/ hour
+ 1 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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