Average Sonography Technician Salary

$36.44/hour

The average salary for a Sonography Technician is $36.44 per hour. This is 14% lower than the practicing US average of $41.40.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Salaries for Sonography Technician compared to Allied Health Professional National Averages

$36.44/hour

14% lower than the practicing US average.

$41.40/hour

United States

Last updated on January 4, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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Sonography Technician FAQs

What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Sonography Technician?

Earning your RDMS - Musculoskeletal Sonography (RDMS-RMSKS) or RDMS - Pediatric Sonography (RDMS-PS) often increases your salary potential as a sonography technician or makes you eligible for another position with greater responsibilities, which also might include a bump in wages.

Can having a RDMS - Musculoskeletal Sonography (RDMS-RMSKS) boost my salary as a Sonography Technician?

Yes, having a RDMS - Musculoskeletal Sonography (RDMS-RMSKS) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a sonography technician.

Can having a RDMS - Pediatric Sonography (RDMS-PS) boost my salary as a Sonography Technician?

Yes, having a RDMS - Pediatric Sonography (RDMS-PS) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a sonography technician.