How Much Do X-Ray Technicians Make Per Year?
X-ray technicians, or radiological technologists, lay the groundwork for medical procedures by helping prepare patients for radiological procedures, operating the equipment and developing the film.
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Average Hourly Rate by Years of Experience
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According to PayScale.com, the average hourly rate with one to four years' experience is between $14 and $21; five to nine years' experience, between $14 and $22; 10 to 19 years' experience, between $17 and $25; and over 20 years' experience, between $17 and $32.
Average Hourly Rate by Employer Type
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According to PayScale.com, private-firm employees are paid hourly rates between $15 and $23. Public companies pay employees between $12 and $18 per hour.
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Lowest Hourly Rates by State
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Per PayScale.com, as of 2009, the lowest average rates were found in Georgia, Virginia and Florida. Georgia's hourly rate for technicians was $10 to $20, Virginia's hourly rate was $10 to $22 and Florida's hourly rate was $12 to $17.
Average Hourly Rate by Company Size
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According to PayScale, the hourly rate for X-ray technicians working at companies with one to nine employees was between $12 and $17; 10 to 49 employees, between $14 and $25; and 50 to 199 employees, between $14 and $17.
Average Hourly Rate Based on Certification
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X-ray technicians are required to be certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. If certified as X-ray technicians, they earn between $16 and $23 hourly based on industry experience. Technicians with the certification "Registered Technologist in Radiography" earn between $19 and $25 hourly.
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