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MFM Ultrasound Technologist
Mass General Brigham · Newton, MA
$45.00–$57.34/ hour
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Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Newton, MA
Pay for diagnostic medical sonographers in the Newton area centers on $50.28 per hour, or about $104,590 a year. The lower quarter earns under $48.41 and the upper quarter over $59.31. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Newton. That ranks 29th of 267 U.S. metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay, and 68th of 248 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Newton and what they pay.
- $50.28median pay per hour, Boston
- $48–$59typical range per hour
- 1,540employed in the metro area
- 3open roles with published pay
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Ultrasound Technologist
Mass General Brigham · Newton, MA
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Vascular Sonographer
Mass General Brigham · Newton, MA
$42.15–$47.79/ hour
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The metro median is in line with the Massachusetts statewide median of $50.06 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.95 per hour. BLS counts about 1,540 diagnostic medical sonographers employed in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.01).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $41.49 | $86,300 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $48.41 | $100,690 | 13% above U.S. median |
| Median | $50.28 | $104,590 | 17% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $59.31 | $123,360 | 38% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $63.68 | $132,450 | 48% above U.S. median |
How Newton ranks
- 29th of 267 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 68th of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 3 Massachusetts 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 Newton
- Overall prices in Boston-Cambridge-Newton run 8% above the U.S. average (index 108.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 48% above the U.S. average (index 148.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $50.28 median hour buys what $46.44 buys at the national price level, 8% 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 Newton paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,810
- Per year: $90,504
- Per month: $7,542
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Newton
| 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 Newton
CMS lists 1 hospital in Newton, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newton-Wellesley Hospital Newton, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waltham, MA | 4 mi | $50.28/hr | 65,849 |
| Cambridge, MA | 6 mi | $50.28/hr | 121,186 |
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License and tax basics in Massachusetts
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do diagnostic medical sonographers make in Newton, MA?
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area have a median pay of $50.28 per hour, about $104,590 a year. The middle half earn between $48.41 and $59.31 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Newton a good place for diagnostic medical sonographers once cost of living is counted?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton ranks 68th of 248 metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay after adjusting for local prices, and 29th of 267 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring diagnostic medical sonographers in Newton?
We list 3 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Newton. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Newton.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Newton as a diagnostic medical sonographer?
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts 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 Newton?
The federal per diem benchmark in Newton 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 reportNewton, MA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Boston Medical CenterBoston, MA · 7 postings$55.47/ hr$31–$73
- Mass General BrighamBoston, MA · 17 postings$51.17/ hr$30–$60
- UMass Memorial Health CareWorcester, MA · 22 postings$47.89/ hr$33–$69
- Baystate HealthGreenfield, MA · 5 postings$42.91/ hr$37–$60
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$35Median$48.51High$61
52 Sonographer postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 44 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 52 Sonographer roles
- Registered Ultrasound Technologist, 24 Hours, Mixed ShiftsPermanent$42.83–$60.88/ hour
- Ultrasound Technologist, Nashoba Valley, 24 hoursPermanent$35.94–$58.96/ hour
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