PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Sonographer, RDMS, MFM
Valley Health · Winchester, VA
$37.22–$55.84/ hour
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Winchester, VA
The median diagnostic medical sonographer pay in the Winchester area is $39.81 per hour ($82,810 a year), with the typical range running from $38.69 to $44.80. 4 open roles with published pay are listed for Winchester. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Winchester. The free report below lists employers near Winchester and what they pay.
- $39.81median pay per hour, Winchester
- $39–$45typical range per hour
- 40employed in the metro area
- 4open roles with published pay
Open Diagnostic Medical Sonographer roles in Winchester
PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Ultrasound Tech - Full Time Third Shift
Valley Health · Winchester, VA
$35.30–$52.95/ hour
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PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Ultrasound Tech
Valley Health · Winchester, VA
$35.30–$52.95/ hour
PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Ultrasound Tech - Third Shift
Valley Health · Winchester, VA
$33.64–$50.46/ hour
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Get my free pay reportDiagnostic Medical Sonographer pay in Winchester, VA
The metro median is 7% below the Virginia statewide median of $43.00 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.95 per hour. BLS counts about 40 diagnostic medical sonographers employed in the Winchester metro area, 0.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.16).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $33.70 | $70,100 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.69 | $80,480 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Median | $39.81 | $82,810 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $44.80 | $93,180 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.64 | $103,250 | 16% above U.S. median |
How Winchester ranks
- 130th of 267 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 167th of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 6 Virginia 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 Winchester
- Overall prices in Winchester run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $39.81 median hour buys what $41.28 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.
Estimate your Winchester paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,433
- Per year: $71,658
- Per month: $5,972
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Winchester metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Winchester
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
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 (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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 Winchester
CMS lists 1 hospital in Winchester, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winchester Medical Center Winchester, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frederick, MD | 45 mi | $49.55/hr | 89,537 |
| Gaithersburg, MD | 53 mi | $49.55/hr | 70,686 |
| Rockville, MD | 55 mi | $49.55/hr | 68,417 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | 63 mi | $43.00/hr | 51,164 |
| Alexandria, VA | 64 mi | $49.55/hr | 159,102 |
| Washington, DC | 65 mi | $49.55/hr | 702,250 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Virginia · Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Virginia
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Virginia 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 Winchester, VA?
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Winchester metro area have a median pay of $39.81 per hour, about $82,810 a year. The middle half earn between $38.69 and $44.80 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Winchester a good place for diagnostic medical sonographers once cost of living is counted?
Winchester ranks 167th of 248 metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay after adjusting for local prices, and 130th of 267 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring diagnostic medical sonographers in Winchester?
We list 4 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Winchester. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Winchester.
Do I need a Virginia license to work in Winchester as a diagnostic medical sonographer?
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia 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 Winchester?
The federal per diem benchmark in Winchester is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 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 Winchester?
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Your Sonographer pay reportWinchester, VA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Valley HealthWinchester, VA · 4 postings$44.12/ hr$34–$56
- Sentara HealthcareChesapeake, VA · 5 postings$50.72/ hr$41–$63
- Mary Washington HealthcareVirginia · 12 postings$49.30/ hr$39–$62
- Carilion ClinicRoanoke, VA · 6 postings$41.90/ hr$34–$50
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$34Median$49.30High$60
33 Sonographer postings with published pay in Virginia, 22 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 33 Sonographer roles
- Registered Sonographer (Echo)- daysPermanent$33.52–$50.28/ hour
- Registered Sonographer- Vascular - daysPermanent$33.52–$50.28/ hour
+ 31 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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