Radiologic Technologist salary in Virginia
Radiologic Technologists in Virginia earn a median of $38.31 per hour, about $79,670 a year, 3% above the U.S. median of $37.34. The middle half earn between $31.82 and $45.28 per hour. The highest median among Virginia metro areas is in Charlottesville, VA, at $39.21 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $38.31median pay per hour
- $79,670median pay per year
- 5,190employed in Virginia
- #19of 50 states by median pay
Radiologic Technologist pay in Virginia: percentiles
| Level | Virginia per hour | Virginia per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $27.27 | $56,720 | $25.18 |
| Lower quartile | $31.82 | $66,190 | $30.24 |
| Median | $38.31 | $79,670 | $37.34 |
| Upper quartile | $45.28 | $94,180 | $45.01 |
| Top 10% | $49.80 | $103,580 | $51.44 |
Radiologic Technologist pay by metro area in Virginia
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Virginia median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlottesville, VA | $39.21 | $81,560 | 150 | 2% above | — |
| Richmond, VA | $38.28 | $79,620 | 1,100 | in line with | $39.12 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $38.05 | $79,150 | 130 | 1% below | $42.58 |
| Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, VA | $38.03 | $79,110 | 100 | 1% below | $41.02 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC | $37.37 | $77,730 | 1,010 | 2% below | $38.16 |
| Roanoke, VA | $37.22 | $77,420 | 370 | 3% below | $39.76 |
| Winchester, VA-WV | $36.83 | $76,600 | 120 | 4% below | $38.19 |
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).
Radiologic Technologist pay in states next to Virginia
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Virginia |
|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $47.63 | $99,080 | 24% above Virginia |
| Kentucky | $31.18 | $64,840 | 19% below Virginia |
| Maryland | $38.29 | $79,630 | in line with Virginia |
| North Carolina | $32.29 | $67,150 | 16% below Virginia |
| Tennessee | $30.74 | $63,940 | 20% below Virginia |
| West Virginia | $32.10 | $66,780 | 16% below Virginia |
What employers are posting in Virginia
- 66roles with published pay
- $39.47median pay per hour
- $30–$51typical published range
- 9employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Mary Washington Healthcare | 22 | $42.59 |
| Sentara Healthcare | 16 | $37.56 |
| VCU Health System | 11 | $37.25 |
| Valley Health | 5 | $36.70 |
| GoHealth Urgent Care | 4 | $43 |
| Military Treatment Facilities under DHA | 4 | $29.84 |
| LifePoint Health | 2 | $30.43 |
| Fresenius Medical Care | 1 | $49.50 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 66 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Radiologic Technologist jobs in Virginia · Radiologic Technologist salary nationwide · Virginia state guide
Common questions
How much does a radiologic technologist make in Virginia?
The median is $38.31 per hour, about $79,670 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $27.27 and the top 10% earn over $49.80 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Virginia city pays radiologic technologists the most?
Among Virginia metro areas, Charlottesville, VA has the highest median at $39.21 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Virginia rank for radiologic technologist pay?
Virginia ranks 19th of 50 states by median radiologic 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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- GoHealth Urgent CareDulles South, VA · 4 postings$43.00/ hr$38–$48
- Mary Washington HealthcareVirginia · 22 postings$42.59/ hr$34–$59
- Sentara HealthcareNorfolk, VA · 16 postings$37.56/ hr$19–$58
- VCU Health SystemRichmond, VA · 11 postings$37.25/ hr$31–$49
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