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Ultrasound Technologist (Per Diem) Jefferson Health Center City
Jefferson Health · Philadelphia, PA
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Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Philadelphia, PA
The median diagnostic medical sonographer pay in the Philadelphia area is $43.06 per hour ($89,550 a year), with the typical range running from $38.38 to $49.30. That ranks 89th of 267 U.S. metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay, and 146th of 248 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 21 hospitals in Philadelphia. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Philadelphia.
- $43.06median pay per hour, Philadelphia
- $38–$49typical range per hour
- 1,720employed in the metro area
- 103cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Diagnostic Medical Sonographer roles in Philadelphia
2 more open roles from employers in Philadelphia. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Ultrasound Technologist
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Philadelphia, PA
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Diagnostic Medical Sonographer pay in Philadelphia, PA
The metro median is 12% above the Pennsylvania statewide median of $38.30 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.95 per hour. BLS counts about 1,720 diagnostic medical sonographers employed in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.07).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $36.58 | $76,090 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.38 | $79,830 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Median | $43.06 | $89,550 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.30 | $102,540 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $52.47 | $109,140 | 22% above U.S. median |
How Philadelphia ranks
- 89th of 267 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 146th of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st 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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- Overall prices in Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington run 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% above the U.S. average (index 113.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $43.06 median hour buys what $41.99 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 Philadelphia paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,550
- Per year: $77,508
- Per month: $6,459
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Philadelphia
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $184 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,932 |
| 13-week assignment | $25,116 |
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 Philadelphia
CMS lists 21 hospitals in Philadelphia, 5 of the 11 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of diagnostic medical sonographers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Philadelphia Va Medical Center Philadelphia, PA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Penn Presbyterian Medical Center Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Pennsylvania Hospital Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Temple University Hospital Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Jefferson Health- Northeast Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Nazareth Hospital Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Roxborough Memorial Hospital Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | For-profit | 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camden, NJ | 5 mi | $43.06/hr | 71,749 |
| Trenton, NJ | 25 mi | $47.04/hr | 91,193 |
| Wilmington, DE | 28 mi | $43.06/hr | 73,176 |
| Vineland, NJ | 38 mi | $52.54/hr | 62,070 |
| Allentown, PA | 44 mi | $38.13/hr | 127,138 |
| Bethlehem, PA | 44 mi | $38.13/hr | 79,453 |
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.
Other healthcare roles in Philadelphia
Philadelphia city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do diagnostic medical sonographers make in Philadelphia, PA?
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area have a median pay of $43.06 per hour, about $89,550 a year. The middle half earn between $38.38 and $49.30 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Philadelphia a good place for diagnostic medical sonographers once cost of living is counted?
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington ranks 146th of 248 metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay after adjusting for local prices, and 89th of 267 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Where do diagnostic medical sonographers work in Philadelphia?
CMS lists 21 hospitals in Philadelphia, led by Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?
The federal per diem benchmark in Philadelphia is $184 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,932 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 Philadelphia?
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- 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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