How to become radiologistseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter
Median annual pay
$420,860
25th–75th pct. $216,800–$506,010
Top pay (est.)
$772,700
Top 10% $594,410
Pay in 5 years
$487,700est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$565,200est.
$486,100–$656,200
Outlook score
58/100
★★★☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
47%
Moderate
Job growth (10 yr)
+3.4%
700 openings / yr
How to become radiologists
Typical education
Doctoral or professional degree
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
Internship/residency
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 Radiologists
Key skills
O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).
Key knowledge areas
What the work involves
Updating and Using Relevant KnowledgeAssisting and Caring for OthersMaking Decisions and Solving ProblemsIdentifying Objects, Actions, and EventsMonitoring Processes, Materials, or SurroundingsProcessing InformationCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesAnalyzing Data or Information
Important abilities
Written ComprehensionNear VisionOral ExpressionOral ComprehensionInductive ReasoningProblem Sensitivity
Education of workers
Training before entry
Related work experience
Job Zone 5 — extensive preparation needed (O*NET)
Difficulty of entry: ★★★★☆ Demanding (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)
Career path and how to earn more as radiologists
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.