Per diemPosted 14 days ago
Ultrasonographer - Per Diem
Lehigh Valley Health Network · Bethlehem, PA
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Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Bethlehem, PA
The median diagnostic medical sonographer pay in the Bethlehem area is $38.13 per hour ($79,300 a year), with the typical range running from $37.15 to $44.89. That ranks 184th of 267 U.S. metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay, and 219th of 248 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Bethlehem. The free report below lists employers near Bethlehem and what they pay.
- $38.13median pay per hour, Allentown
- $37–$45typical range per hour
- 270employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Diagnostic Medical Sonographer roles in Bethlehem
1 more open role from employers in Bethlehem. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer pay in Bethlehem, PA
The metro median is in line with the Pennsylvania statewide median of $38.30 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.95 per hour. BLS counts about 270 diagnostic medical sonographers employed in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area, 0.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.32).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $34.56 | $71,880 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.15 | $77,270 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.13 | $79,300 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $44.89 | $93,370 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $47.63 | $99,070 | 11% above U.S. median |
How Bethlehem ranks
- 184th of 267 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 219th of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 9 Pennsylvania 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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Get my free pay reportWhat your pay buys in Bethlehem
- Overall prices in Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.13 median hour buys what $38.14 buys at the national price level, 11% 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 Bethlehem paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,373
- Per year: $68,634
- Per month: $5,720
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bethlehem
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $115 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,323 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,199 |
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 Bethlehem
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bethlehem, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Lukes Hospital Bethlehem, PA | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allentown, PA | 6 mi | $38.13/hr | 127,138 |
| Reading, PA | 35 mi | $41.55/hr | 96,000 |
| Trenton, NJ | 42 mi | $47.04/hr | 91,193 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 44 mi | $43.06/hr | 1,573,916 |
| New Brunswick, NJ | 49 mi | $50.00/hr | 57,487 |
| Camden, NJ | 50 mi | $43.06/hr | 71,749 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Pennsylvania · Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Pennsylvania
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Pennsylvania requires for your role with the Pennsylvania licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Pennsylvania 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 Bethlehem, PA?
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area have a median pay of $38.13 per hour, about $79,300 a year. The middle half earn between $37.15 and $44.89 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bethlehem a good place for diagnostic medical sonographers once cost of living is counted?
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton ranks 219th of 248 metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay after adjusting for local prices, and 184th of 267 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do diagnostic medical sonographers work in Bethlehem?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bethlehem, led by St Lukes Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Bethlehem as a diagnostic medical sonographer?
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Pennsylvania requires for your role with the Pennsylvania 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 Bethlehem?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bethlehem is $115 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,323 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 Bethlehem?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- 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
- MultiCareTacoma, WA · 23 postings$64.09/ hr$41–$91
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