PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Sonographer
Hospital Sisters Health System · Springfield, IL
$34.21–$51.31/ hour
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Springfield, IL
Pay for diagnostic medical sonographers in the Springfield area centers on $45.64 per hour, or about $94,920 a year. The lower quarter earns under $37.67 and the upper quarter over $49.02. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Springfield. That ranks 73rd of 267 U.S. metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay, and 42nd of 248 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Springfield.
- $45.64median pay per hour, Springfield
- $38–$49typical range per hour
- 110employed in the metro area
- 5open roles with published pay
Open Diagnostic Medical Sonographer roles in Springfield
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Sonographer II-Cardiac - PRN
Hospital Sisters Health System · Springfield, IL
$37.71–$56.57/ hour
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Sonographer I-Cardiac
Hospital Sisters Health System · Springfield, IL
$35.92–$53.88/ hour
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Sonographer I-Cardiac
Hospital Sisters Health System · Springfield, IL
$35.92–$53.88/ hour
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Sonographer I-Vascular
Hospital Sisters Health System · Springfield, IL
$34.21–$51.31/ hour
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Get my free pay reportDiagnostic Medical Sonographer pay in Springfield, IL
The metro median is 3% below the Illinois statewide median of $47.03 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.95 per hour. BLS counts about 110 diagnostic medical sonographers employed in the Springfield metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.93).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $32.56 | $67,720 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.67 | $78,350 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Median | $45.64 | $94,920 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.02 | $101,960 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.65 | $107,430 | 20% above U.S. median |
How Springfield ranks
- 73rd of 267 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 42nd of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 6 Illinois 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 Springfield
- Overall prices in Springfield run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 71.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $45.64 median hour buys what $49.21 buys at the national price level, 15% 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 Springfield paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,643
- Per year: $82,152
- Per month: $6,846
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Springfield metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Springfield
| 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 Springfield
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Springfield, 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Medical Center Springfield, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St Johns Hospital Springfield, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Andrew Mcfarland Mental Hlth Ctr Springfield, IL | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Decatur, IL | 38 mi | $47.03/hr | 68,763 |
| Bloomington, IL | 59 mi | $41.68/hr | 79,232 |
| Normal, IL | 61 mi | $41.68/hr | 53,304 |
| Peoria, IL | 66 mi | $43.87/hr | 111,696 |
| Champaign, IL | 76 mi | $46.86/hr | 91,961 |
| Florissant, MO | 78 mi | $42.00/hr | 51,290 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Illinois · Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Illinois
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Illinois 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 Springfield, IL?
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Springfield metro area have a median pay of $45.64 per hour, about $94,920 a year. The middle half earn between $37.67 and $49.02 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Springfield a good place for diagnostic medical sonographers once cost of living is counted?
Springfield ranks 42nd of 248 metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay after adjusting for local prices, and 73rd of 267 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring diagnostic medical sonographers in Springfield?
We list 5 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Springfield. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Springfield.
Do I need a Illinois license to work in Springfield as a diagnostic medical sonographer?
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois 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 Springfield?
The federal per diem benchmark in Springfield 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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Your Sonographer pay reportSpringfield, IL · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Hospital Sisters Health SystemSpringfield, IL · 8 postings$42.76/ hr$34–$57
- Advocate HealthPalos Heights, IL · 2 postings$51.48/ hr$38–$66
- OSF Healthcare SystemLoves Park, IL · 4 postings$46.86/ hr$39–$55
- MercyIllinois · 4 postings$46.61/ hr$36–$56
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$34Median$44.90High$55
25 Sonographer postings with published pay in Illinois, 9 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 25 Sonographer roles
- Ultrasound Technologist, Full-TimePermanent$37.29–$55.94/ hour
- Perinatal Sonographer- Antenatal Resource Center -Permanent$44.15–$66.25/ hour
+ 23 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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