PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Ultrasound Technologist
Fairview Health Services · Minneapolis, MN
$43.65–$63.04/ hour
Top 25% pay
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in St. Paul, MN
Pay for diagnostic medical sonographers in the St. Paul area centers on $50.00 per hour, or about $103,990 a year. The lower quarter earns under $45.92 and the upper quarter over $51.20. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in St. Paul. That ranks 32nd of 267 U.S. metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay, and 54th of 248 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near St. Paul.
- $50.00median pay per hour, Minneapolis
- $46–$51typical range per hour
- 940employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 3% above the Minnesota statewide median of $48.61 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.95 per hour. BLS counts about 940 diagnostic medical sonographers employed in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.87).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $41.90 | $87,150 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $45.92 | $95,510 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Median | $50.00 | $103,990 | 16% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $51.20 | $106,500 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $53.42 | $111,110 | 24% above U.S. median |
How St. Paul ranks
- 32nd of 267 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 54th of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Minnesota 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 St. Paul
- Overall prices in Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington run 5% above the U.S. average (index 104.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% above the U.S. average (index 111.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $50.00 median hour buys what $47.70 buys at the national price level, 11% 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 St. Paul paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,800
- Per year: $90,000
- Per month: $7,500
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in St. Paul
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $148 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,680 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,840 |
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. 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 St. Paul
CMS lists 4 hospitals in St. Paul, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allina United Hospital Saint Paul, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Regions Hospital Saint Paul, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Gillette Childrens Specialty Hospital Saint Paul, MN | Children's | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
| Capitol Park Mental Health Hospital Saint Paul, MN | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis, MN | 8 mi | $50.00/hr | 428,579 |
| Woodbury, MN | 9 mi | $50.00/hr | 80,596 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Minnesota · Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Minnesota
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Minnesota requires for your role with the Minnesota licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Minnesota 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 St. Paul, MN?
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington metro area have a median pay of $50.00 per hour, about $103,990 a year. The middle half earn between $45.92 and $51.20 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is St. Paul a good place for diagnostic medical sonographers once cost of living is counted?
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington ranks 54th of 248 metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay after adjusting for local prices, and 32nd of 267 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring diagnostic medical sonographers in St. Paul?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near St. Paul.
Do I need a Minnesota license to work in St. Paul as a diagnostic medical sonographer?
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Minnesota requires for your role with the Minnesota 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 St. Paul?
The federal per diem benchmark in St. Paul is $148 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,680 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 St. Paul?
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Your Sonographer pay reportSt. Paul, MN · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Fairview Health ServicesMaplewood, MN · 2 postings$51.52/ hr$41–$63
- Allina HealthMinnesota · 4 postings$47.50/ hr$40–$57
- Essentia HealthDetroit Lakes, MN · 5 postings$46.38/ hr$36–$56
- Avera HealthMarshall, MN · 2 postings$43.23/ hr$32–$56
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$36Median$46.68High$57
13 Sonographer postings with published pay in Minnesota, 10 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 13 Sonographer roles
- Ultrasound TechnologistPermanent$41.22–$58.19/ hour
- SonographerPermanent$38.48–$54.88/ hour
+ 11 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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