Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Saratoga Springs, UT
Pay for diagnostic medical sonographers in the Saratoga Springs area centers on $40.69 per hour, or about $84,640 a year. The lower quarter earns under $38.14 and the upper quarter over $48.82. That ranks 110th of 267 U.S. metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay, and 163rd of 248 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in the Saratoga Springs metro area. The free report below lists employers near Saratoga Springs and what they pay.
- $40.69median pay per hour, Provo
- $38–$49typical range per hour
- 150employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer pay in Saratoga Springs, UT
The metro median is 7% below the Utah statewide median of $43.82 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.95 per hour. BLS counts about 150 diagnostic medical sonographers employed in the Provo-Orem-Lehi metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.90).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $33.54 | $69,760 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.14 | $79,330 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Median | $40.69 | $84,640 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.82 | $101,550 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $57.95 | $120,540 | 35% above U.S. median |
How Saratoga Springs ranks
- 110th of 267 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 163rd of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 4 Utah 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 Saratoga Springs
- Overall prices in Provo-Orem-Lehi run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% above the U.S. average (index 104.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $40.69 median hour buys what $41.42 buys at the national price level, 4% 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.
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- Per year: $73,242
- Per month: $6,104
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Provo-Orem-Lehi metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Saratoga Springs
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $117 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,337 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,381 |
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 the Provo-Orem-Lehi area
CMS lists 6 hospitals in the Provo-Orem-Lehi area, 3 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of diagnostic medical sonographers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intermountain Health Utah Valley Hospital Provo, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| American Fork Hospital American Fork, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Timpanogos Regional Hospital Orem, UT | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Orem Community Hospital Orem, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Aspen Grove Behavioral Hospital Orem, UT | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Utah State Hospital Provo, UT | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Mountain, UT | 5 mi | $40.69/hr | 60,575 |
| Lehi, UT | 6 mi | $40.69/hr | 93,446 |
| Draper, UT | 11 mi | $44.08/hr | 50,166 |
| Herriman, UT | 12 mi | $44.08/hr | 62,352 |
| South Jordan, UT | 15 mi | $44.08/hr | 86,156 |
| Sandy, UT | 16 mi | $44.08/hr | 92,840 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Utah · Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Utah
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Utah 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 Saratoga Springs, UT?
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Provo-Orem-Lehi metro area have a median pay of $40.69 per hour, about $84,640 a year. The middle half earn between $38.14 and $48.82 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Saratoga Springs a good place for diagnostic medical sonographers once cost of living is counted?
Provo-Orem-Lehi ranks 163rd of 248 metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay after adjusting for local prices, and 110th of 267 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do diagnostic medical sonographers work in Saratoga Springs?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in the Provo-Orem-Lehi area, led by Intermountain Health Utah Valley Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Utah license to work in Saratoga Springs as a diagnostic medical sonographer?
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah 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 Saratoga Springs?
The federal per diem benchmark in Saratoga Springs is $117 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,337 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 Saratoga Springs?
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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
- MultiCareTacoma, WA · 23 postings$64.09/ hr$41–$91
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