PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Vascular Sonographer II - Kenilworth Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute
Advocate Health · Charlotte, NC
$35.50–$53.25/ hour
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Charlotte, NC
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Charlotte area earn a median of $44.23 per hour, about $92,010 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $39.25 and $47.82. That ranks 81st of 267 U.S. metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay, and 78th of 248 once local prices are factored in. 2 open roles with published pay are listed for Charlotte. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Charlotte.
- $44.23median pay per hour, Charlotte
- $39–$48typical range per hour
- 860employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay
Open Diagnostic Medical Sonographer roles in Charlotte
PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Ultrasound Technologist – SouthPark Rheumatology
Advocate Health · Charlotte, NC
$33.05–$49.60/ hour
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Vascular Sonographer II - Kenilworth Sanger Heart & Vascular
Advocate Health · Charlotte, NC
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Diagnostic Ultrasound Technologist - University OBGYN
Advocate Health · Charlotte, NC
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Get my free pay reportDiagnostic Medical Sonographer pay in Charlotte, NC
The metro median is 10% above the North Carolina statewide median of $40.14 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.95 per hour. BLS counts about 860 diagnostic medical sonographers employed in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.15).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $34.70 | $72,180 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.25 | $81,640 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Median | $44.23 | $92,010 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $47.82 | $99,470 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $48.99 | $101,900 | 14% above U.S. median |
How Charlotte ranks
- 81st of 267 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 78th of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd 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.
What your pay buys in Charlotte
- Overall prices in Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia run 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 2% below the U.S. average (index 97.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $44.23 median hour buys what $45.43 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.
Estimate your Charlotte paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,592
- Per year: $79,614
- Per month: $6,634
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Charlotte
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $131 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,477 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,201 |
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 Charlotte
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Charlotte, 3 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of diagnostic medical sonographers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center Charlotte, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center Charlotte, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health Charlotte, NC | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Atrium Health Pineville Charlotte, NC | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Atrium Health University City Charlotte, NC | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Novant Health Ballantyne Medical Center Charlotte, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huntersville, NC | 14 mi | $44.23/hr | 67,087 |
| Concord, NC | 17 mi | $44.23/hr | 112,395 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | 70 mi | $40.14/hr | 255,769 |
| High Point, NC | 72 mi | $41.49/hr | 118,601 |
| Columbia, SC | 81 mi | $39.17/hr | 144,788 |
| Greensboro, NC | 83 mi | $41.49/hr | 307,381 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in North Carolina · Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs nationwide
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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Common questions
How much do diagnostic medical sonographers make in Charlotte, NC?
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia metro area have a median pay of $44.23 per hour, about $92,010 a year. The middle half earn between $39.25 and $47.82 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Charlotte a good place for diagnostic medical sonographers once cost of living is counted?
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia ranks 78th of 248 metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay after adjusting for local prices, and 81st of 267 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring diagnostic medical sonographers in Charlotte?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Charlotte. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Charlotte.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Charlotte 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 Charlotte?
The federal per diem benchmark in Charlotte is $131 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,477 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 Charlotte?
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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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2What they are offering now
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
- Vascular Ultrasound TechnologistPermanent$33.08–$48.22/ hour
- Ultrasound TechnologistPermanent$31.50–$45.91/ hour
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