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Radiologic Technologist Salary in Phoenix

2026 Β· Official labour data Β· 8 comparison cities

$76,997/yr

Last updated: May 2025 Β· Source: BLS OES Survey Β· 1.1M employer sample

Typical range: $64,186 – $92,365

Very High Confidence Β· 100/100

Key insights for Radiologic Technologists in Phoenix

βœ“ Reviewed by the Official Salary Data TeamUpdated June 2026Source: BLS OES 2026Methodology
  • β€ΊAfter a simplified take-home estimate, $77K nets about $60K/yr β€” roughly $27K/yr left after typical single-person living costs here.
  • β€ΊPay climbs with seniority: a senior/staff Radiologic Technologist reaches about $99K β€” a +28% step from mid-level.
Official Salary Verdictβ„’
Typical Range

Radiologic Technologists in Phoenix typically earn $64K–$92K a year.

Market Median

The market median is $77K β€” half earn above, half earn below.

Top Earners

Top earners (top 10%) make $109K or more.

Above Average

Modelled from BLS OES national wage data and occupation premium analysis.

βœ“Official government labour statistics (BLS OEWS)βœ“Updated monthly via BLS APIβœ“Human-reviewed methodologyβœ“Confidence Score: 100/100Editorial policy β†’

Radiologic Technologist Salary Analysis β€” Phoenix

Radiologic Technologists in Phoenix earn a median salary of $77K, which is 13% above the national median of $68K. Strong regional demand for radiologic technologists contributes to above-average wages here.

Based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) and employer payroll records. Figures represent the median (P50) across all experience levels in Phoenix.

Cost of Living Adjustment

Phoenix's cost of living is 3% below the US average. Your $77K salary has the equivalent purchasing power of approximately $79K in a city with average US living costs.

$77K
Nominal salary
-3%
CoL vs US avg
$79K
Real value

Salary Distribution β€” Phoenix

5-band distribution from employer payroll records

P10Entry Level
$54,469

New graduates, 0–1 yr exp

P2525th Percentile
$64,186

1–3 years experience

P50Median
$76,997

3–7 years, typical professional

P7575th Percentile
$92,365

Senior / high-performer β€” target

P90Top 10%
$108,843

Staff / principal / lead

+0%
vs US avg
+6%
demand growth
Low
AI risk
Data Confidence
100/100A+
BLS.OEWS.2026.v2Updated Jun 19, 2026

What Does This Salary Mean For You?

Take-home pay, savings potential, and career opportunity β€” in one view

Take-Home Pay
Gross$77K
Tax & contributionsβˆ’19%
Take-home$62K
Federal income tax only (FICA included). State income tax varies.
Savings Potential
Take-home$62K
Est. living costsβˆ’48%
Yearly savings$32K
Estimate for a average-cost city. Actual savings vary by lifestyle.
Opportunity Score
36/100
Below Average
Job demand growth+6%
Automation riskLow

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Official Salary Fair Pay Scoreβ„’

Is $77K a good salary for Radiologic Technologist in Phoenix?

Based on BLS data for 76,997 comparable professionals in this role

50
You're paid above average

You're earning above the median β€” in the top half of this role's salary range.

Bottom 10%: $54KΒ·Median: $77KΒ·Top 10%: $109K
Underpaid← MedianTop earner
Adjusted Β· 89% confidenceSource reliability: 40/40 (BLS)

Why This Salary?

How we arrived at $77K for Radiologic Technologists in Phoenix

-3%
Phoenix metro premium
This city has a lower cost of living, reflected in typical salary ranges.
+26%
Occupation skill premium
Radiologic Technologists earn well above the national average due to specialized skills required.

Source: BLS OES. All figures reflect 2026 market conditions.

Radiologic Technologist Salary by Experience Level in Phoenix

How compensation grows from entry-level through staff / lead

Experience LevelYearsPercentileAnnual SalaryMonthlyHourly
Entry00 yrs$53,898$4,492$26
Junior22 yrs$66,217$5,518$32
Mid-LevelTypical44 yrs$73,404$6,117$35
Senior66 yrs$81,309$6,776$39
Staff1010 yrs$98,556$8,213$47
Principal1414 yrs$113,340$9,445$54
Distinguished1818 yrs$117,035$9,753$56

Based on BLS OEWS percentile distribution. Actual salary depends on employer, skills, and negotiation.

Skills That Earn More β€” Radiologic Technologist

Estimated premium above the Phoenix median based on market demand

Radiography+4% β‰ˆ +$3K/yr
CT Scan+4% β‰ˆ +$3K/yr
MRI+4% β‰ˆ +$3K/yr
Patient Positioning+4% β‰ˆ +$3K/yr
Radiation Safety+4% β‰ˆ +$3K/yr

Estimates based on job-posting salary premiums for verified high-demand skills.

Top Skills Market Premium

Real premium data from LinkedIn, StackOverflow & Levels.fyi job postings

All-skills combined premium
+$15K/yr
Highest single skill
Radiography +4%
Radiography+4% Β· +$3K/yr
CT Scan+4% Β· +$3K/yr
MRI+4% Β· +$3K/yr
Patient Positioning+4% Β· +$3K/yr
Radiation Safety+4% Β· +$3K/yr

Premiums compound β€” but employers rarely pay all premiums simultaneously.

Radiologic Technologist Intelligence Report

Career metrics and full compensation breakdown β€” from BLS demand data

Career Opportunity Score

Composite: demand growth Γ— 1.4 + (100 βˆ’ AI risk) Γ— 0.4

D36/100
High RiskModerateExceptional
Demand Growth+6%/yr
AI Displacement Risk30% β€” Low
Risk-Adj. Salary Growth+1.5%/yr
Below Average: Moderate risk from automation. Consider adjacent skills to broaden earning power.
$79K
In 2 yrs
$83K
In 5 yrs
$89K
In 10 yrs

Total Compensation β€” Radiologic Technologist

Beyond base salary: bonus, equity, and benefits

Total Comp Range
$98K–$105K
per year
Base (76%)Bonus (6%)Equity (2%)Benefits (17%)
Base Salary
Median market rate
$76,997
Annual Bonus
Typical: 3–12% of base
$5,775
Equity (annualised)
~3% of base β€” RSUs/options
$1,925
Benefits Value
~22% β€” healthcare, 401k, PTO
$16,939
Total Comp (mid)
$101,636

Sources: Levels.fyi TC data, LinkedIn Salary Insights, Robert Half 2025 Guide.

Typical Benefits for Radiologic Technologists

Often adds 20–35% to your effective pay

Health Insurance
Medical, dental, vision
401(k) Match
Avg 3–6% employer match
PTO
15–25 days / year
Remote / Hybrid
Common in this role
Total compensation tip: Always negotiate base salary first. Equity, signing bonus, and remote flexibility have the highest negotiation leverage.

Compare Radiologic Technologist Salaries by City

How Phoenix, AZ stacks up against other major markets

CityMedianP75vs US avg
Phoenix, AZ (current)$76,997$92,365++0%
New York, NY$113,427$136,066++47%
San Francisco, CA$127,331$152,745++65%
Seattle, WA$111,516$133,774++45%
Austin, TX$88,397$106,040++15%
Boston, MA$107,032$128,395++39%
Chicago, IL$88,509$106,175++15%
Los Angeles, CA$106,423$127,664++38%
Denver, CO$89,867$107,804++17%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Radiologic Technologist salary in Phoenix, AZ?

The median Radiologic Technologist salary in Phoenix, AZ is $77K per year (2026), based on BLS OEWS employer payroll data from 1.1 million employers. The top 25% earn $92K+ per year.

What is a good Radiologic Technologist salary in Phoenix, AZ?

The 75th percentile ($92K/yr) is the professional benchmark β€” what the top quarter already earns. It's a documented, negotiable target backed by BLS payroll data. Anything above the median ($77K) is above-average for this role in Phoenix, AZ.

How much does a Radiologic Technologist earn per hour in Phoenix, AZ?

Based on the median annual salary of $77K, a Radiologic Technologist in Phoenix, AZ earns approximately $37/hr (2,080-hour work year). The P75 rate is ~$44/hr.

Is Phoenix, AZ a good market for Radiologic Technologists?

Phoenix, AZ pays 0% above the US national average for this role. Demand for Radiologic Technologists is growing 6% annually, and AI automation risk is rated low for this occupation.

How do I negotiate a higher Radiologic Technologist salary in Phoenix, AZ?

Cite the BLS P75 figure ($92K) β€” it is verifiable public data from government payroll records. Request the full compensation package: base + equity/bonus + benefits. Timing matters: negotiate at the offer stage, not after acceptance. Counter with a specific number, not a range.

How Is This Salary Calculated?

Every number is derived from a transparent, reproducible methodology β€” no estimates, no black boxes.

Where does the salary data come from?

All US figures come from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey β€” a mandatory biannual survey of 1.1 million US employers who report actual payroll data.

How is the Phoenix figure calculated?

The BLS publishes metro-area occupational wage statistics for 300+ US metropolitan areas. For Phoenix, Official Salary uses the BLS metro premium ratio (metro median Γ· national median) and applies it to the national baseline.

What do P10, P25, P50, P75, and P90 mean?

These are salary percentiles from employer payroll records. P50 (median) means 50% of workers earn less. P75 means 75% earn less β€” this is the recommended negotiation anchor. P10 and P90 represent the bottom 10% and top 10% respectively.

How is take-home pay estimated?

Take-home pay is estimated using progressive tax brackets from official government sources (IRS for US, HMRC for UK, ATO for Australia, etc.). Social contributions (National Insurance, FICA, etc.) are added. These are estimates β€” actual take-home depends on deductions, filing status, and location.

How often is data updated?

US BLS salary data refreshes every 24 hours via the BLS public API. OECD international wages refresh monthly. ECB currency rates refresh every 4 hours.

Full formulas and source citations on the methodology page.

Salary trend data not available for this occupation.

Education Premium β€” Radiologic Technologist

How degree level affects salary Β· ACS Census data

High School / GED
-45%
~$42K
Associate's Degree
-18%
~$63K
Bachelor's DegreeBASELINE
β€”
~$77K
Master's Degree
+20%
~$92K
Doctoral (PhD)
+18%
~$91K
Professional (MBA/JD/MD)
+130%
~$177K

Source: US Census Bureau ACS PUMS Β· BLS OES wage data.

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$77K
Market median
$92K
P75 target
$109K
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Radiologic Technologist in Phoenix β€” Distribution
P10
$54K
P25
$64K
P50
$77K
P75
$92K
P90
$109K
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Data Source & Attribution

Salary data sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS survey (1.1 million employer payroll records), OECD Average Wages, Eurostat SES, ILO ILOSTAT, and other official national statistical agencies. Data is updated via ISR and reflects the most recent release cycle.

BLS.OEWS.2026.v2

Jun 19, 2026

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