How much does a radiologist make?
The median radiologist in the United States earns $420,860 per year, about $202.34 an hour. That is the midpoint of the profession: half of all radiologists earn more, and half earn less.
Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025. SOC code 29-1224.
Radiologist salary range
Pay for radiologists spans a wide band. The lowest paid 10 percent earn under $89,010 a year, while the highest paid 10 percent take home more than $594,410. The average (mean) wage is $381,530, close to the median.
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $89,010 | $42.79 | Lowest paid |
| 25th percentile | $216,800 | $104.23 | |
| Median (50th) | $420,860 | $202.34 | Midpoint |
| 75th percentile | $506,010 | $243.27 | |
| 90th percentile | $594,410 | $285.78 | Highest paid |
Figures are national wage estimates for radiologists (SOC 29-1224), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2025.
Radiologist salary by state
Where you work changes the paycheck. Radiologists earn the most in Minnesota at $708,340 a year, and the least in Arkansas at $75,600. The table below lists every state with published data, ranked by median annual salary.
| State | Median annual | Employed |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | $708,340 | 440 |
| South Dakota | $586,010 | 70 |
| Maryland | $581,510 | N/A |
| Maine | $555,750 | N/A |
| North Dakota | $553,140 | 120 |
| New Hampshire | $506,010 | 210 |
| Michigan | $485,920 | 360 |
| New Jersey | $482,700 | N/A |
| West Virginia | $471,650 | 360 |
| Arizona | $470,640 | N/A |
| Pennsylvania | $455,380 | 1,360 |
| New York | $441,580 | 2,010 |
| Indiana | $430,640 | 680 |
| Massachusetts | $426,560 | N/A |
| Florida | $417,690 | 1,680 |
| Utah | $417,250 | 380 |
| Iowa | $405,220 | 130 |
| Wisconsin | $392,610 | 980 |
| Nevada | $386,210 | 410 |
| Virginia | $376,270 | N/A |
| Montana | $360,330 | 110 |
| Colorado | $344,270 | 500 |
| Georgia | $335,190 | N/A |
| Texas | $319,320 | 2,330 |
| Kentucky | $279,990 | N/A |
| California | $270,560 | 690 |
| Ohio | $260,000 | 770 |
| Delaware | $239,200+ | 160 |
| Hawaii | $239,200+ | 80 |
| Illinois | $239,200+ | N/A |
| Oregon | $239,200+ | 230 |
| Washington | $239,200+ | 1,480 |
| Connecticut | $191,990 | N/A |
| District of Columbia | $182,450 | 80 |
| Kansas | $179,990 | N/A |
| South Carolina | $174,480 | N/A |
| Wyoming | $161,750 | 30 |
| New Mexico | $96,170 | 170 |
| Arkansas | $75,600 | 150 |
State median wages for radiologists (SOC 29-1224), 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 radiologists
The BLS projects employment of radiologists to grow 3.4% from 2025 to 2035. That is about as fast as the 3.5% average for all occupations. That works out to roughly 28,700 jobs in 2025 moving toward 29,600 by 2035.
Across the decade, the BLS expects about 700 openings a year for radiologists. 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 radiologist
The typical entry-level education for radiologists is a doctoral or professional degree, according to the BLS. New hires typically complete an internship or residency to reach full competency.
Education, training, and experience data: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program.
What affects how much a radiologist 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 (Minnesota, $708,340) and the lowest (Arkansas, $75,600) shows how much geography alone can move the number, before experience or specialization.
About 26,770 people work as radiologists in the United States. At $420,860 a year, the job pays above the $50,980 median for all U.S. jobs.
Radiologist salary FAQ
How much does a radiologist make an hour?
The median hourly wage for a radiologist is $202.34. The middle half of radiologists earn between $104.23 and $243.27 per hour.
What is the highest radiologist salary?
The highest paid 10 percent of radiologists earn more than $594,410 per year. Top earners usually have the most experience and work in the best paying regions and industries.
How much does a radiologist make a year?
The median annual salary for a radiologist is $420,860. The average (mean) wage is $381,530, close to the median.
Is being a radiologist a well paid job?
At $420,860 a year, a radiologist earns above the $50,980 median for all U.S. jobs. About 26,770 people work as radiologists in the United States.
Which state pays radiologists the most?
Minnesota has the highest median salary for radiologists at $708,340 a year. South Dakota ($586,010) and Maryland ($581,510) follow. State medians come from the BLS OEWS state files, May 2025.
Is being a radiologist a good career?
Employment of radiologists is projected to grow 3.4% from 2025 to 2035, about as fast as the 3.5% average for all occupations. The BLS projects about 700 openings each year, from growth and from workers leaving the occupation.
Do you need a degree to become a radiologist?
The BLS lists the typical entry-level education for radiologists as a doctoral or professional degree, so a college degree is usually expected.
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