NC · Burlington · Updated October 15, 2026

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Burlington, NC

Pay for diagnostic medical sonographers in the Burlington area centers on $46.21 per hour, or about $96,130 a year. The lower quarter earns under $29.37 and the upper quarter over $46.21. That ranks 71st of 267 U.S. metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay, and 40th of 248 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Burlington. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Burlington.

More open Diagnostic Medical Sonographer roles in Burlington

1 more open role from employers in Burlington. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.

PermanentPosted 8 days ago

DG RVT Sonographer Dual Reg

Cone Health · Burlington, NC

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  • Benefit Eligible (20-39) Hours/Week
  • Req JR134692
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Diagnostic Medical Sonographer pay in Burlington, NC

The metro median is 15% above the North Carolina statewide median of $40.14 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.95 per hour. BLS counts about 40 diagnostic medical sonographers employed in the Burlington metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.05).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$18.22$37,90058% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$29.37$61,09032% below U.S. median
Median$46.21$96,1308% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$46.21$96,1208% above U.S. median
Top 10%$51.35$106,81020% above U.S. median

How Burlington ranks

  • 71st of 267 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 40th of 248 after adjusting for local prices
  • 1st of 11 North Carolina 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.

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What your pay buys in Burlington

  • Overall prices in Burlington run 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.2, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 22% below the U.S. average (index 77.9).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $46.21 median hour buys what $49.58 buys at the national price level, 15% 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 Burlington paycheck

Estimated weekly gross$1,664
  • Per year: $83,178
  • Per month: $6,932

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Burlington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Travel assignment per diem in Burlington

ItemFederal rate
Lodging per night$119
Meals and incidentals per day$74
Per week (7 nights, 7 days)$1,351
13-week assignment$17,563

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 North Carolina

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Hospitals in Burlington

CMS lists 1 hospital in Burlington, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of diagnostic medical sonographers.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Alamance Regional Medical Center
Burlington, NC
Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Greensboro, NC20 mi$41.49/hr307,381
Chapel Hill, NC26 mi$40.14/hr64,028
High Point, NC30 mi$41.49/hr118,601
Durham, NC33 mi$40.14/hr301,870
Apex, NC41 mi$39.96/hr75,977
Cary, NC41 mi$39.96/hr182,659

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License and tax basics in North Carolina

ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.

North Carolina taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

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Other healthcare roles in Burlington

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Common questions

How much do diagnostic medical sonographers make in Burlington, NC?

Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Burlington metro area have a median pay of $46.21 per hour, about $96,130 a year. The middle half earn between $29.37 and $46.21 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is Burlington a good place for diagnostic medical sonographers once cost of living is counted?

Burlington ranks 40th of 248 metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay after adjusting for local prices, and 71st of 267 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.

Where do diagnostic medical sonographers work in Burlington?

CMS lists 1 hospital in Burlington, led by Alamance Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Burlington as a diagnostic medical sonographer?

ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina 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 Burlington?

The federal per diem benchmark in Burlington is $119 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,351 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.

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1Pay for your role at other hospitals

  • Advocate HealthCharlotte, NC · 5 postings$42.00/ hr$33–$53
  • ECU HealthGreenville, NC · 2 postings$39.67/ hr$32–$48
  • Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 5 postings$73.71/ hr$56–$91
  • MarinHealthGreenbrae, CA · 3 postings$71.30/ hr$57–$99

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Low$33Median$41.33High$53

7 Sonographer postings with published pay in North Carolina, 7 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 7 Sonographer roles

  1. Vascular Ultrasound TechnologistPermanent
    $33.08–$48.22/ hour
    ECU Health · Greenville, NC · posted today
  2. Ultrasound TechnologistPermanent
    $31.50–$45.91/ hour
    ECU Health · Greenville, NC · posted today

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