How much does a medical dosimetrist make?
The median medical dosimetrist in the United States earns $147,470 per year, about $70.90 an hour. That is the midpoint of the profession: half of all medical dosimetrists earn more, and half earn less.
Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025. SOC code 29-2036.
Medical dosimetrist salary range
Pay for medical dosimetrists spans a wide band. The lowest paid 10 percent earn under $111,670 a year, while the highest paid 10 percent take home more than $185,450. The average (mean) wage of $148,500 runs a bit higher than the median, which is normal for jobs where a group of top earners pulls the average up.
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $111,670 | $53.69 | Lowest paid |
| 25th percentile | $132,080 | $63.50 | |
| Median (50th) | $147,470 | $70.90 | Midpoint |
| 75th percentile | $167,030 | $80.31 | |
| 90th percentile | $185,450 | $89.16 | Highest paid |
Figures are national wage estimates for medical dosimetrists (SOC 29-2036), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2025.
Medical dosimetrist salary by state
Where you work changes the paycheck. Medical dosimetrists earn the most in Washington at $189,280 a year, and the least in West Virginia at $45,350. The table below lists every state with published data, ranked by median annual salary.
| State | Median annual | Employed |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | $189,280 | 60 |
| Oregon | $183,990 | 40 |
| New Jersey | $170,650 | 90 |
| New York | $166,540 | 300 |
| Illinois | $163,860 | 140 |
| Georgia | $155,390 | 140 |
| Florida | $153,490 | 320 |
| Ohio | $150,900 | N/A |
| Kansas | $150,670 | 40 |
| North Carolina | $147,830 | 140 |
| Maryland | $147,470 | 40 |
| Indiana | $144,320 | 60 |
| Oklahoma | $143,120 | 30 |
| Pennsylvania | $142,850 | 160 |
| Virginia | $142,830 | 90 |
| Wisconsin | $142,300 | 80 |
| Arizona | $142,090 | 40 |
| Massachusetts | $140,990 | 60 |
| South Carolina | $140,530 | 60 |
| California | $140,380 | 240 |
| Arkansas | $138,260 | 30 |
| Michigan | $137,970 | 130 |
| Tennessee | $135,530 | 60 |
| Texas | $134,680 | 330 |
| Missouri | $129,610 | 80 |
| Mississippi | $115,490 | 40 |
| West Virginia | $45,350 | 60 |
State median wages for medical dosimetrists (SOC 29-2036), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS state files, May 2025. States where the BLS does not publish a median are not shown.
Job outlook for medical dosimetrists
The BLS projects employment of medical dosimetrists to grow 5% from 2025 to 2035. That is about as fast as the 3.5% average for all occupations. That works out to roughly 3,500 jobs in 2025 moving toward 3,700 by 2035.
Across the decade, the BLS expects about 200 openings a year for medical dosimetrists. Most come from the need to replace workers who move to other jobs or leave the workforce, on top of any new positions from growth.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program, 2025-35 (Table 1.2, Occupational projections and worker characteristics).
How to become a medical dosimetrist
The typical entry-level education for medical dosimetrists is a bachelor's degree, according to the BLS.
Education, training, and experience data: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program.
What affects how much a medical dosimetrist earns
Specialty, work setting, shift differentials, certifications, and region drive the numbers. Hospitals, surgical settings, and high cost metros pay above clinics and rural facilities.
Location is one of the clearest factors. The gap between the top paying state (Washington, $189,280) and the lowest (West Virginia, $45,350) shows how much geography alone can move the number, before experience or specialization.
About 3,410 people work as medical dosimetrists in the United States. At $147,470 a year, the job pays above the $50,980 median for all U.S. jobs.
Medical dosimetrist salary FAQ
How much does a medical dosimetrist make an hour?
The median hourly wage for a medical dosimetrist is $70.90. The middle half of medical dosimetrists earn between $63.50 and $80.31 per hour.
What is the highest medical dosimetrist salary?
The highest paid 10 percent of medical dosimetrists earn more than $185,450 per year. Top earners usually have the most experience and work in the best paying regions and industries.
How much does a medical dosimetrist make a year?
The median annual salary for a medical dosimetrist is $147,470. The average (mean) wage of $148,500 runs a bit higher than the median, which is normal for jobs where a group of top earners pulls the average up.
Is being a medical dosimetrist a well paid job?
At $147,470 a year, a medical dosimetrist earns above the $50,980 median for all U.S. jobs. About 3,410 people work as medical dosimetrists in the United States.
Which state pays medical dosimetrists the most?
Washington has the highest median salary for medical dosimetrists at $189,280 a year. Oregon ($183,990) and New Jersey ($170,650) follow. State medians come from the BLS OEWS state files, May 2025.
Is being a medical dosimetrist a good career?
Employment of medical dosimetrists is projected to grow 5% from 2025 to 2035, about as fast as the 3.5% average for all occupations. The BLS projects about 200 openings each year, from growth and from workers leaving the occupation.
Do you need a degree to become a medical dosimetrist?
The BLS lists the typical entry-level education for medical dosimetrists as a bachelor's degree, so a college degree is usually expected.
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