Echocardiography Technologist salary in Virginia
Echocardiography Technologists in Virginia earn a median of $37.85 per hour, about $78,720 a year, 17% above the U.S. median of $32.34. The middle half earn between $24.42 and $48.65 per hour. The highest median among Virginia metro areas is in Richmond, VA, at $38.53 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $37.85median pay per hour
- $78,720median pay per year
- 2,110employed in Virginia
- #17of 50 states by median pay
Echocardiography Technologist pay in Virginia: percentiles
| Level | Virginia per hour | Virginia per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.54 | $40,640 | $18.22 |
| Lower quartile | $24.42 | $50,790 | $22.34 |
| Median | $37.85 | $78,720 | $32.34 |
| Upper quartile | $48.65 | $101,190 | $43.96 |
| Top 10% | $62.71 | $130,440 | $52.36 |
Echocardiography Technologist pay by metro area in Virginia
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Virginia median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond, VA | $38.53 | $80,150 | 310 | 2% above | $39.37 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $37.45 | $77,900 | 60 | 1% below | $41.91 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC | $37.45 | $77,900 | 510 | 1% below | $38.24 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Echocardiography Technologist pay in states next to Virginia
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Virginia |
|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $41.35 | $86,010 | 9% above Virginia |
| Kentucky | $28.20 | $58,660 | 25% below Virginia |
| Maryland | $38.84 | $80,780 | 3% above Virginia |
| North Carolina | $27.91 | $58,050 | 26% below Virginia |
| Tennessee | $30.74 | $63,940 | 19% below Virginia |
| West Virginia | $17.14 | $35,640 | 55% below Virginia |
What employers are posting in Virginia
- 15roles with published pay
- $51.76median pay per hour
- $35–$63typical published range
- 4employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Sentara Healthcare | 7 | $52.52 |
| VCU Health System | 4 | $44.87 |
| Valley Health | 3 | $44.12 |
| Mary Washington Healthcare | 1 | $51.76 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 15 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Echocardiography Technologist jobs in Virginia · Echocardiography Technologist salary nationwide · Virginia state guide
Common questions
How much does a echocardiography technologist make in Virginia?
The median is $37.85 per hour, about $78,720 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $19.54 and the top 10% earn over $62.71 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Virginia city pays echocardiography technologists the most?
Among Virginia metro areas, Richmond, VA has the highest median at $38.53 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Virginia rank for echocardiography technologist pay?
Virginia ranks 17th of 50 states by median echocardiography technologist pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Sentara HealthcareNorfolk, VA · 7 postings$52.52/ hr$42–$74
- VCU Health SystemRichmond, VA · 4 postings$44.87/ hr$35–$55
- Valley HealthWinchester, VA · 3 postings$44.12/ hr$34–$53
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