PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Perinatal Sonographer- Antenatal Resource Center -
Advocate Health · Chicago, IL
$44.15–$66.25/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Gary, IN
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Gary area earn a median of $48.28 per hour, about $100,420 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $41.53 and $52.11. That ranks 54th of 267 U.S. metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay, and 66th of 248 once local prices are factored in. 5 open roles with published pay are listed for Gary and its metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Gary.
- $48.28median pay per hour, Chicago
- $42–$52typical range per hour
- 2,450employed in the metro area
- 5open roles with published pay in the metro area
Open Diagnostic Medical Sonographer roles near Gary
Roles in other cities of the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin area.
PermanentPosted 7 days ago
SONOGRAPHER ECHO
Advocate Health · Palos Heights, IL
$38.20–$57.30/ hour
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Ultrasound Technologist
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Aurora, IL
$37.62–$54.90/ hour
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PermanentPosted 27 days ago
Ultrasound Technologist
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Olympia Fields, IL
$37.62–$54.90/ hour
PermanentPosted 28 days ago
Ultrasound Technician Registry
Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL
$42.00–$42.00/ hour
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Get my free pay reportWho is hiring diagnostic medical sonographers near Gary
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Advocate Health | 2 | $51.48 |
| Central Maine Healthcare Corporation | 2 | $46.26 |
| Silver Cross Hospital | 1 | $42 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer pay in Gary, IN
The metro median is 19% above the Indiana statewide median of $40.58 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.95 per hour. BLS counts about 2,450 diagnostic medical sonographers employed in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.98).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $39.11 | $81,350 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $41.53 | $86,380 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Median | $48.28 | $100,420 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $52.11 | $108,390 | 21% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $58.00 | $120,640 | 35% above U.S. median |
How Gary ranks
- 54th of 267 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 66th of 248 after adjusting for local prices
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 Gary
- Overall prices in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin run 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% above the U.S. average (index 112.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $48.28 median hour buys what $46.60 buys at the national price level, 9% 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 Gary paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,738
- Per year: $86,904
- Per month: $7,242
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Gary
| 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 Gary
CMS lists 1 hospital in Gary, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of diagnostic medical sonographers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methodist Hospitals Inc Gary, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hammond, IN | 8 mi | $48.28/hr | 76,030 |
| Oak Lawn, IL | 23 mi | $48.28/hr | 56,531 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Indiana · Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Indiana
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Indiana 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 Gary, IN?
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area have a median pay of $48.28 per hour, about $100,420 a year. The middle half earn between $41.53 and $52.11 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Gary a good place for diagnostic medical sonographers once cost of living is counted?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin ranks 66th of 248 metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay after adjusting for local prices, and 54th of 267 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring diagnostic medical sonographers in Gary?
We list 5 open roles with published pay from 3 employers in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Gary.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Gary as a diagnostic medical sonographer?
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana 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 Gary?
The federal per diem benchmark in Gary 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.
Does Valorem Health place diagnostic medical sonographers in Gary?
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- 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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