PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Ultrasound Technologist
RadNet · Bethesda, MD
$38.00–$50.00/ hour
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Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Bowie, MD
Pay for diagnostic medical sonographers in the Bowie area centers on $49.55 per hour, or about $103,060 a year. The lower quarter earns under $42.84 and the upper quarter over $54.18. That ranks 37th of 267 U.S. metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay, and 77th of 248 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 20 hospitals in the Bowie metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Bowie.
- $49.55median pay per hour, Washington
- $43–$54typical range per hour
- 1,620employed in the metro area
- 109cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer pay in Bowie, MD
The metro median is 8% above the Maryland statewide median of $45.73 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.95 per hour. BLS counts about 1,620 diagnostic medical sonographers employed in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.92).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $37.46 | $77,920 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $42.84 | $89,110 | in line with U.S. median |
| Median | $49.55 | $103,060 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $54.18 | $112,690 | 26% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $60.80 | $126,460 | 42% above U.S. median |
How Bowie ranks
- 37th of 267 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 77th 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 Bowie
- Overall prices in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria run 9% above the U.S. average (index 108.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $49.55 median hour buys what $45.51 buys at the national price level, 6% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,784
- Per year: $89,190
- Per month: $7,432
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bowie
| 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).
Open Diagnostic Medical Sonographer roles in Maryland
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Sonographer PRN
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
$35.76–$53.66/ hour
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Ultrasound Technologist
RadNet · Germantown, MD
$38.00–$50.00/ hour
Hospitals in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area
CMS lists 20 hospitals in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area, 5 of the 15 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of diagnostic medical sonographers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inova Alexandria Hospital Alexandria, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Inova Fair Oaks Hospital Fairfax, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | No |
| Inova Fairfax Hospital Falls Church, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Sibley Memorial Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Inova Mount Vernon Hospital Alexandria, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Frederick Health Hospital Frederick, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mary Washington Hospital Fredericksburg, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Georgetown University Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Washington Hospital Center Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center Fredericksburg, VA | Acute care | For-profit | 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC | 15 mi | $49.55/hr | 702,250 |
| Alexandria, VA | 21 mi | $49.55/hr | 159,102 |
| Baltimore, MD | 25 mi | $45.60/hr | 568,271 |
| Lancaster, PA | 79 mi | $38.86/hr | 58,441 |
| Wilmington, DE | 84 mi | $43.06/hr | 73,176 |
| Harrisburg, PA | 92 mi | $37.49/hr | 50,649 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Maryland · Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Maryland
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maryland requires for your role with the Maryland licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Maryland 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 Bowie, MD?
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area have a median pay of $49.55 per hour, about $103,060 a year. The middle half earn between $42.84 and $54.18 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bowie a good place for diagnostic medical sonographers once cost of living is counted?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria ranks 77th of 248 metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay after adjusting for local prices, and 37th of 267 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% above the U.S. average.
Where do diagnostic medical sonographers work in Bowie?
CMS lists 20 hospitals in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area, led by Inova Alexandria Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Maryland license to work in Bowie as a diagnostic medical sonographer?
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maryland requires for your role with the Maryland 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 Bowie?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bowie 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 Bowie?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- RadNetBethesda, MD · 2 postings$44.00/ hr$38–$50
- 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
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2What they are offering now
Low$36Median$44.00High$54
3 Sonographer postings with published pay in Maryland, 1 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$38.00–$50.00/ hour
- Sonographer PRNPer diem$35.76–$53.66/ hour
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