PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Sonographer
CommonSpirit Health · Houston, TX
$35.62–$52.99/ hour
New this week
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Burleson, TX
Pay for diagnostic medical sonographers in the Burleson area centers on $44.49 per hour, or about $92,540 a year. The lower quarter earns under $39.20 and the upper quarter over $48.25. That ranks 79th of 267 U.S. metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay, and 116th of 248 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Burleson. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Burleson.
- $44.49median pay per hour, Dallas
- $39–$48typical range per hour
- 1,540employed in the metro area
- 103cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer pay in Burleson, TX
The metro median is 9% above the Texas statewide median of $40.82 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.95 per hour. BLS counts about 1,540 diagnostic medical sonographers employed in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro area, 0.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.69).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $34.74 | $72,260 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.20 | $81,540 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Median | $44.49 | $92,540 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.25 | $100,360 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $54.56 | $113,480 | 27% above U.S. median |
How Burleson ranks
- 79th of 267 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 116th of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 19 Texas 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 Burleson
- Overall prices in Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington run 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 18% above the U.S. average (index 117.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $44.49 median hour buys what $43.16 buys at the national price level, in line with 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,602
- Per year: $80,082
- Per month: $6,674
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Burleson
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $181 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,827 |
| 13-week assignment | $23,751 |
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 Texas
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PermanentPosted 21 days ago
Sonographer
CommonSpirit Health · Bryan, TX
$30.10–$44.77/ hour
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PermanentPosted 27 days ago
Breast Ultrasound Technologist
RadNet · Houston, TX
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Hospitals in Burleson
CMS lists 1 hospital in Burleson. Hospitals are a major employer of diagnostic medical sonographers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baylor Scott And White Emergency Hospital Burleson, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mansfield, TX | 13 mi | $44.49/hr | 80,803 |
| Arlington, TX | 17 mi | $44.49/hr | 403,672 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Texas · Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Texas
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Texas does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do diagnostic medical sonographers make in Burleson, TX?
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro area have a median pay of $44.49 per hour, about $92,540 a year. The middle half earn between $39.20 and $48.25 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Burleson a good place for diagnostic medical sonographers once cost of living is counted?
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington ranks 116th of 248 metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay after adjusting for local prices, and 79th of 267 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Where do diagnostic medical sonographers work in Burleson?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Burleson, led by Baylor Scott And White Emergency Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Burleson as a diagnostic medical sonographer?
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas 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 Burleson?
The federal per diem benchmark in Burleson is $181 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,827 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 Burleson?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- CommonSpirit HealthHOUSTON, TX · 2 postings$40.87/ hr$30–$53
- Jy Supplies And Services LLCPlano, TX · 1 wage offer$40.14/ hr$39–$41
- 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$30Median$37.44High$53
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- SonographerPermanent$35.62–$52.99/ hour
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