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Radiologic Technologist Salary in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Updated 2026-04-05BLS 2024 data — be the first to add a local report

Salary Distribution

BLS 2024
$59,264/ year

Median Radiologic Technologist in Pittsburgh, PA

$37,097
10th
$45,240
25th
$59,264
Median
$75,689
75th
$92,341
90th

Compensation Breakdown

BLS 2024
Base salary (median)
$59,264
Total compensation (est.)
$68,154
Bonus range
$2,600 – $10,440
Mean salary
$62,820

How This Compares

Pittsburgh, PA median
$59,264
Pennsylvania median
$69,482-14.7%
National median
$68,120-13.0%

Cost of living in Pittsburgh is 13% below the national average. Salary of $59,264 here is equivalent to $68,120 nationally.

Salary by Experience

0-2 years
$42,670-28.0%
3-5 years
$53,930-9.0%
6-10 years
$66,376+12.0%
10+ years
$81,784+38.0%

Salary by Company Size

Startup (< 100 employees)
$52,152-12.0%
Mid-size (100–5,000)
$59,264
Enterprise (5,000+)
$69,932+18.0%

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Radiologic Technologist Salaries in Nearby Cities

Philadelphia, PA$68,120/yr
Allentown, PA$68,120/yr
Erie, PA$68,120/yr

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Quick Numbers

Hourly (40hr week)$28/hr
Monthly gross$4,939/mo
25th percentile$45,240/yr
75th percentile$75,689/yr

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Market Context

via FRED

Fed Funds Rate

Mar 2026

3.64%

Inflation (CPI)

year-over-year

2.4%+0.04

National Unemployment

Mar 2026

4.3%-0.10

Pennsylvania Unemployment

Dec 2025

4.2%

Avg Hourly Earnings

all private workers

$37.38+$0.09

10yr Treasury

Apr 2026

4.31%

Source: St. Louis Fed (FRED). Updated daily.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Radiologic Technologist salary in Pittsburgh?

The median Radiologic Technologist salary in Pittsburgh is $59,264 per year, with a range from $45,240 at the 25th percentile to $75,689 at the 75th percentile. Total compensation including bonuses typically runs higher — see the breakdown above for the full picture.

How does Radiologic Technologist pay in Pittsburgh compare to the national average?

Radiologic Technologist salaries in Pittsburgh are 13% below the national median of $68,120. After adjusting for Pittsburgh's cost of living, the purchasing power of that salary is equivalent to roughly $68,120 nationally — which is the number that actually matters when comparing offers across cities.

What factors affect Radiologic Technologist salaries in Pittsburgh?

In Pittsburgh, the biggest drivers are years of experience, company size, and industry vertical. Entry-level Radiologic Technologist roles start around $37,097, while senior and staff-level positions at larger employers can reach $92,341 or above. Specialized skills and in-demand tools can also meaningfully shift where you land in the range.

Is Pittsburgh a good place for Radiologic Technologist jobs?

Pittsburgh offers a Radiologic Technologist median of $59,264, which is 13% below the US median of $68,120. Whether that makes it a good market depends on your personal cost-of-living equation — Pittsburgh is 13% cheaper than the national average, so factor that into your math.

How do I negotiate a higher Radiologic Technologist salary?

Start with the data on this page: the 75th percentile for Radiologic Technologist in Pittsburgh is $75,689, which is a defensible anchor for a negotiation. Come in with a specific number backed by real market data — not a range — and reference your experience tier. If you're above the median, ask for the 75th percentile. If you're already at the 75th, push for total comp improvements like equity or bonus instead.