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Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Southaven, MS
The median diagnostic medical sonographer pay in the Southaven area is $38.69 per hour ($80,470 a year), with the typical range running from $32.08 to $39.81. That ranks 162nd of 267 U.S. metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay, and 147th of 248 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Southaven. The free report below lists employers near Southaven and what they pay.
- $38.69median pay per hour, Memphis
- $32–$40typical range per hour
- 470employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Diagnostic Medical Sonographer pay in Southaven, MS
The metro median is 10% above the Mississippi statewide median of $35.31 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.95 per hour. BLS counts about 470 diagnostic medical sonographers employed in the Memphis metro area, 0.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.36).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.64 | $51,250 | 43% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $32.08 | $66,730 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.69 | $80,470 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $39.81 | $82,800 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $45.90 | $95,470 | 7% above U.S. median |
How Southaven ranks
- 162nd of 267 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 147th 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.
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- Overall prices in Memphis run 8% below the U.S. average (index 92.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% below the U.S. average (index 79.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.69 median hour buys what $41.97 buys at the national price level, 2% below 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 Southaven paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,393
- Per year: $69,642
- Per month: $5,804
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Memphis metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Southaven
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $126 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,358 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,654 |
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).
Open Diagnostic Medical Sonographer roles in Mississippi
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Southaven as they open.
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North Mississippi Health Services · Mississippi
$34.55–$51.82/ hour
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North Mississippi Health Services · Mississippi
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Hospitals in Southaven
CMS lists 1 hospital in Southaven, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto Southaven, MS | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis, TN | 11 mi | $38.69/hr | 610,919 |
| Collierville, TN | 17 mi | $38.69/hr | 51,951 |
| Jonesboro, AR | 72 mi | $37.98/hr | 82,384 |
| Jackson, TN | 81 mi | $39.88/hr | 69,303 |
| North Little Rock, AR | 129 mi | $38.73/hr | 64,498 |
| Little Rock, AR | 136 mi | $38.73/hr | 204,774 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Mississippi · Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Mississippi
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Mississippi requires for your role with the Mississippi licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Mississippi 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 Southaven, MS?
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Memphis metro area have a median pay of $38.69 per hour, about $80,470 a year. The middle half earn between $32.08 and $39.81 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Southaven a good place for diagnostic medical sonographers once cost of living is counted?
Memphis ranks 147th of 248 metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay after adjusting for local prices, and 162nd of 267 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do diagnostic medical sonographers work in Southaven?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Southaven, led by Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Mississippi license to work in Southaven as a diagnostic medical sonographer?
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Mississippi requires for your role with the Mississippi 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 Southaven?
The federal per diem benchmark in Southaven is $126 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,358 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 Southaven?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- North Mississippi Health ServicesMississippi · 7 postings$43.19/ hr$35–$52
- 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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- SONOGRAPHER- ECHO CARDIAC ULTRASOUNDPermanent$34.55–$51.82/ hour
- SONOGRAPHER- ECHO CARDIAC ULTRASOUNDPermanent$34.55–$51.82/ hour
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