PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Ultrasound Tech
Tenet Healthcare · Harlingen, TX
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Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Harlingen, TX
The median diagnostic medical sonographer pay in Texas is $40.82 per hour ($84,900 a year), with the typical range running from $36.71 to $47.03. That is 5% below the U.S. median of $42.95 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Harlingen. The free report below lists employers near Harlingen and what they pay.
- $40.82median pay per hour, Texas
- $37–$47typical range per hour
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Diagnostic Medical Sonographer roles in Harlingen
1 more open role from employers in Harlingen. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer pay in Harlingen, TX
Nationally the median is $42.95 per hour. BLS counts about 6,110 diagnostic medical sonographers employed in Texas.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.21 | $62,840 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $36.71 | $76,360 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Median | $40.82 | $84,900 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $47.03 | $97,820 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $50.09 | $104,190 | 17% above U.S. median |
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 Brownsville-Harlingen run 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 42% below the U.S. average (index 57.7).
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 Harlingen paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,470
- Per year: $73,476
- Per month: $6,123
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Texas. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Harlingen
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $127 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,407 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,291 |
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
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Harlingen as they open.
PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Sonographer
CommonSpirit Health · Houston, TX
$35.62–$52.99/ hour
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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
$30.00–$39.00/ hour
Hospitals in Harlingen
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Harlingen, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of diagnostic medical sonographers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harlingen Medical Center Harlingen, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Vhs Harlingen Hospital Company Llc Harlingen, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Palms Behavioral Health Harlingen, TX | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Rio Grande State Center Harlingen, TX | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brownsville, TX | 20 mi | $40.82/hr | 191,967 |
| Edinburg, TX | 30 mi | $36.15/hr | 108,733 |
| Pharr, TX | 31 mi | $36.15/hr | 81,142 |
| McAllen, TX | 34 mi | $36.15/hr | 148,782 |
| Mission, TX | 39 mi | $36.15/hr | 88,574 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | 113 mi | $38.55/hr | 317,317 |
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.
Other healthcare roles in Harlingen
Harlingen city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do diagnostic medical sonographers make in Harlingen, TX?
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Texas have a median pay of $40.82 per hour, about $84,900 a year. The middle half earn between $36.71 and $47.03 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do diagnostic medical sonographers work in Harlingen?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Harlingen, led by Harlingen Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Harlingen 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 Harlingen?
The federal per diem benchmark in Harlingen is $127 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,407 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 Harlingen?
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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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2What they are offering now
Low$30Median$37.44High$53
3 Sonographer postings with published pay in Texas, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 3 Sonographer roles
- SonographerPermanent$35.62–$52.99/ hour
- SonographerPermanent$30.10–$44.77/ hour
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