PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Maternal Fetal Ultra sonographer - FT Atrium Health Navicent
Advocate Health · Macon, GA
$35.50–$53.25/ hour
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Macon, GA
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Macon area earn a median of $33.04 per hour, about $68,720 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $25.64 and $39.32. That ranks 245th of 267 U.S. metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay, and 229th of 248 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Macon. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Macon.
- $33.04median pay per hour, Macon
- $26–$39typical range per hour
- 90employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 14% below the Georgia statewide median of $38.57 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.95 per hour. BLS counts about 90 diagnostic medical sonographers employed in the Macon-Bibb County metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.63).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.67 | $40,910 | 54% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $25.64 | $53,330 | 40% below U.S. median |
| Median | $33.04 | $68,720 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $39.32 | $81,790 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $43.88 | $91,270 | 2% above U.S. median |
How Macon ranks
- 245th of 267 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 229th of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 9 Georgia 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 Macon
- Overall prices in Macon-Bibb County run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 41% below the U.S. average (index 58.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $33.04 median hour buys what $37.32 buys at the national price level, 13% 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.
Estimate your Macon paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,189
- Per year: $59,472
- Per month: $4,956
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Macon-Bibb County metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Macon
| 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 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 (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 Macon
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Macon, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piedmont Macon North Hospital Macon, GA | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Coliseum Medical Centers, Llc, Dba Macon, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center Macon, GA | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warner Robins, GA | 15 mi | $38.57/hr | 86,199 |
| Stonecrest, GA | 66 mi | $41.97/hr | 61,015 |
| Columbus, GA | 72 mi | $32.52/hr | 201,830 |
| South Fulton, GA | 77 mi | $41.97/hr | 112,003 |
| Atlanta, GA | 78 mi | $41.97/hr | 520,070 |
| Athens, GA | 81 mi | $31.91/hr | 128,691 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Georgia · Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Georgia
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Georgia 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 Macon, GA?
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Macon-Bibb County metro area have a median pay of $33.04 per hour, about $68,720 a year. The middle half earn between $25.64 and $39.32 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Macon a good place for diagnostic medical sonographers once cost of living is counted?
Macon-Bibb County ranks 229th of 248 metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay after adjusting for local prices, and 245th of 267 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring diagnostic medical sonographers in Macon?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Macon. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Macon.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Macon as a diagnostic medical sonographer?
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia 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 Macon?
The federal per diem benchmark in Macon 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 employers
- Advocate HealthMacon, GA · 3 postings$44.38/ hr$36–$53
- Emory Healthcare, Inc.Atlanta, GA · 1 wage offer$54.72/ hr$55–$55
- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 5 postings$73.71/ hr$56–$91
- MarinHealthGreenbrae, CA · 3 postings$71.30/ hr$57–$99
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Low$36Median$44.38High$53
3 Sonographer postings with published pay in Georgia, 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
- Ultrasound tech FT - (varied days and shifts) Atrium Health NavicentPermanent$35.50–$53.25/ hour
- Maternal Fetal Ultra sonographer - FT Atrium Health NavicentPermanent$35.50–$53.25/ hour
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