How to become radiologic technologists and technicianseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter
Median annual pay
$80,110
25th–75th pct. $64,810–$98,750
Top pay (est.)
$154,300
Top 10% $118,660
Pay in 5 years
$93,400est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$109,000est.
$93,700–$126,500
Outlook score
54/100
★★★☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
40%
Low
Job growth (10 yr)
+5.0%
13K openings / yr
How to become radiologic technologists and technicians
Typical education
Associate's degree
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
None
A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.
Skills, education and requirements for Radiologic Technologists and Technicians
Key skills
O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).
Key knowledge areas
What the work involves
Assisting and Caring for OthersUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeHandling and Moving ObjectsInspecting Equipment, Structures, or MaterialsCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesControlling Machines and ProcessesPerforming for or Working Directly with the PublicProcessing Information
Important abilities
Oral ComprehensionOral ExpressionNear VisionProblem SensitivityWritten ComprehensionDeductive Reasoning
Training before entry
Related work experience
Job Zone 3 — medium preparation needed (O*NET)
Difficulty of entry: ★★☆☆☆ Fairly easy (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)
Career path and how to earn more as radiologic technologists and technicians
Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.
Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.