What are the main factors that influence a 68p Radiologic Technologist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for 68p Radiologic Technologist?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for 68p Radiologic Technologist roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A 68p Radiologic Technologist's salary?

A 68p Radiologic Technologist's salary grows with experience: starting around $53,753 for beginners, reaching about $55,122 at mid-level, and approach $55,916 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a 68p Radiologic Technologist?

68p Radiologic Technologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for 68p Radiologic Technologist roles are District of Columbia $59,446, California $59,221, Massachusetts $58,431. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of 68p Radiologic Technologist roles make?

Salaries for 68p Radiologic Technologist level roles vary by specialization: Head Radiologic Technologist: $96,400; Chief Radiologic Technologist: $96,378; Interventional Radiologic Technologist: $91,952; Radiologic Technologist: $63,856; Cardiovascular Radiologic Technologist: $63,603.

68p Radiologic Technologist Salary in Maryland

How much does a 68p Radiologic Technologist make in Maryland? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a 68p Radiologic Technologist in Maryland is $55,360 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

However, a 68p Radiologic Technologist's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $66,284
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,097 to $61,078
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,305

10% $45,305

50% (Median) $55,360

90% $66,284

68p Radiologic Technologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$61,078	$5,090	$1,175	$29
Average	$55,360	$4,613	$1,065	$27
25th Percentile	$50,097	$4,175	$963	$24

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Key Factors That Influence 68p Radiologic Technologist Salaries

A 68p Radiologic Technologist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects 68p Radiologic Technologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a 68p Radiologic Technologist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $53,753
Early Career (1-2 years): $54,169
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,122
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $55,757
Expert (over 8 years): $55,916

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Level 68p Radiologic Technologist	less than 1 year	$53,753
Early Career Level 68p Radiologic Technologist	1-2 years	$54,169
Mid-Level Level 68p Radiologic Technologist	2-4 years	$55,122
Senior-Level Level 68p Radiologic Technologist	5-8 years	$55,757
Expert Level 68p Radiologic Technologist	over 8 years	$55,916

How Do 68p Radiologic Technologist Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract 68p Radiologic Technologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $59,446.
California: $59,221.
Massachusetts: $58,431.

District of Columbia $59,446 California $59,221 Massachusetts $58,431 Washington $58,217 New Jersey $58,195 Alaska $58,120 Connecticut $57,379 New York $57,078

Hawaii $56,117 Rhode Island $55,666 Maryland $55,360 Minnesota $54,941 Colorado $54,780 Illinois $54,727 Oregon $54,523 Delaware $54,372

New Hampshire $54,278 Virginia $54,066 Pennsylvania $53,449 Nevada $53,137 North Dakota $53,035 Michigan $52,874 Wisconsin $52,815 Vermont $52,697

Texas $52,370 Maine $52,348 Arizona $52,316 Ohio $52,278 Georgia $51,784 Indiana $51,537 Wyoming $51,489 Utah $51,414

Iowa $51,382 Kansas $51,124 Louisiana $51,049 North Carolina $51,022 Missouri $51,011 Florida $50,802 Montana $50,689 Nebraska $50,582

Kentucky $50,523 South Carolina $50,308 Tennessee $50,174 Idaho $50,120 New Mexico $49,728 Oklahoma $49,642 Alabama $49,325 South Dakota $48,794

Arkansas $48,504 West Virginia $48,348 Mississippi $47,881

Top Paying Cities for 68p Radiologic Technologist

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Owings: $57,002
Riverdale: $59,041
College Park: $58,974

Owings, MD $57,002

Riverdale, MD $59,041

College Park, MD $58,974

Fort Washington, MD $58,935

Oxon Hill, MD $59,105

Suitland, MD $59,086

District Heights, MD $59,057

Temple Hills, MD $59,087

Deale, MD $56,738

Dunkirk, MD $57,338

Fort George G Meade, MD $56,023

Friendship, MD $56,918

Fulton, MD $56,767

Andrews Air Force Base, MD $58,887

Savage, MD $56,106

Shady Side, MD $56,290

Galesville, MD $56,538

Greenbelt, MD $58,769

Glenn Dale, MD $58,120

Upper Marlboro, MD $58,176

Harwood, MD $56,756

Highland, MD $56,716

West River, MD $56,766

Tracys Landing, MD $56,807

Hyattsville, MD $59,089

Jessup, MD $55,830

Bethesda, MD $59,106

Glen Echo, MD $59,095

Chevy Chase, MD $59,100

Cabin John, MD $59,083

Olney, MD $57,753

Brookeville, MD $56,675

Poolesville, MD $57,173

Barnesville, MD $56,378

Beallsville, MD $56,481

Boyds, MD $56,913

Dickerson, MD $56,416

Rockville, MD $58,432

Potomac, MD $58,601

Derwood, MD $57,813

Sandy Spring, MD $57,476

Ashton, MD $57,349

Brinklow, MD $56,923

Burtonsville, MD $57,589

Montgomery Village, MD $57,118

Kensington, MD $59,050

Garrett Park, MD $58,981

Suburb Maryland Fac, MD $58,517

Silver Spring, MD $59,016

Takoma Park, MD $59,093

Aberdeen, MD $54,128

Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD $54,117

Abingdon, MD $54,535

Gunpowder, MD $54,864

Arnold, MD $55,503

Baldwin, MD $54,761

Bel Air, MD $54,306

Belcamp, MD $54,385

Benson, MD $54,057

Boring, MD $54,176

Brooklandville, MD $55,294

Butler, MD $54,685

Chase, MD $55,117

Churchville, MD $53,900

Clarksville, MD $56,114

Cockeysville, MD $54,790

Hunt Valley, MD $55,020

Crownsville, MD $55,878

Darlington, MD $53,423

Davidsonville, MD $56,693

Dayton, MD $56,079

Edgewater, MD $56,174

Edgewood, MD $54,701

Ellicott City, MD $55,403

Columbia, MD $55,818

Fallston, MD $54,558

Finksburg, MD $54,577

Forest Hill, MD $54,010

Fork, MD $54,946

Fort Howard, MD $55,293

Freeland, MD $52,925

Gambrills, MD $56,089

Gibson Island, MD $55,324

Glen Arm, MD $55,149

Glen Burnie, MD $55,389

Glyndon, MD $54,859

Hampstead, MD $53,598

Elkridge, MD $55,450

Hanover, MD $55,482

Harmans, MD $55,479

Havre De Grace, MD $53,776

Hydes, MD $54,951

Jarrettsville, MD $53,831

Joppa, MD $54,840

Kingsville, MD $54,962

Lineboro, MD $52,790

Linthicum Heights, MD $55,398

Long Green, MD $55,058

Spencerville, MD $57,504

Clarksburg, MD $56,246

Damascus, MD $55,762

Germantown, MD $57,428

Annapolis, MD $55,932

Cumberland, MD $50,809

Accident, MD $50,725

Barton, MD $50,963

Bittinger, MD $50,867

Bloomington, MD $51,048

Corriganville, MD $50,486

Eckhart Mines, MD $50,766

Ellerslie, MD $50,551

Flintstone, MD $50,822

Friendsville, MD $50,710

Frostburg, MD $50,696

Grantsville, MD $50,698

Kitzmiller, MD $50,702

Lonaconing, MD $50,871

Luke, MD $51,052

Mc Henry, MD $50,729

Midland, MD $51,041

Midlothian, MD $50,703

Mount Savage, MD $50,471

Oakland, MD $50,582

Oldtown, MD $50,891

Pinto, MD $50,985

Rawlings, MD $51,001

Spring Gap, MD $50,953

Swanton, MD $50,829

Westernport, MD $51,050

Easton, MD $54,823

Barclay, MD $54,365

Bethlehem, MD $54,435

Betterton, MD $54,406

Bozman, MD $55,290

Cambridge, MD $54,438

Centreville, MD $54,880

Chester, MD $55,304

Chestertown, MD $54,660

Church Creek, MD $54,352

Church Hill, MD $54,586

Claiborne, MD $55,390

Cordova, MD $54,637

Crapo, MD $53,873

Crocheron, MD $53,484

Crumpton, MD $54,303

Denton, MD $54,352

East New Market, MD $54,221

Federalsburg, MD $54,210

Fishing Creek, MD $54,073

Galena, MD $54,156

Goldsboro, MD $54,248

Grasonville, MD $55,199

Greensboro, MD $54,258

Henderson, MD $54,308

Hillsboro, MD $54,677

Hurlock, MD $54,233

Ingleside, MD $54,409

Kennedyville, MD $54,253

Mcdaniel, MD $55,368

Madison, MD $54,775

Marydel, MD $54,159

Massey, MD $54,169

Millington, MD $54,246

Neavitt, MD $55,360

Newcomb, MD $54,978

Oxford, MD $54,706

Preston, MD $54,415

Price, MD $54,624

Queen Anne, MD $54,766

Queenstown, MD $55,078

Rhodesdale, MD $53,908

Ridgely, MD $54,472

Rock Hall, MD $54,993

Royal Oak, MD $54,876

Saint Michaels, MD $55,248

Secretary, MD $54,428

Sherwood, MD $55,697

Deal Island, MD $53,075

Eden, MD $53,179

Ewell, MD $52,909

Fruitland, MD $53,362

Girdletree, MD $52,788

Hebron, MD $53,312

Linkwood, MD $54,064

Manokin, MD $53,004

Mardela Springs, MD $53,504

Marion Station, MD $52,818

Nanticoke, MD $53,288

Newark, MD $53,067

Ocean City, MD $53,322

Parsonsburg, MD $53,215

Pittsville, MD $53,217

Pocomoke City, MD $52,887

Powellville, MD $53,190

Princess Anne, MD $53,141

Quantico, MD $53,207

Rehobeth, MD $52,802

Sharptown, MD $53,797

Showell, MD $53,216

Snow Hill, MD $53,027

Stockton, MD $52,710

Tyaskin, MD $53,156

Tylerton, MD $52,972

Upper Fairmount, MD $53,134

Vienna, MD $53,617

Westover, MD $53,004

Whaleyville, MD $53,188

Willards, MD $53,209

Delmar, MD $53,350

North East, MD $53,826

Perry Point, MD $53,747

Perryville, MD $53,727

Port Deposit, MD $53,595

Rising Sun, MD $53,419

Warwick, MD $54,145

Cecilton, MD $54,108

Charlestown, MD $53,818

Chesapeake City, MD $54,107

Childs, MD $54,034

Stevensville, MD $55,445

Colora, MD $53,371

Conowingo, MD $53,281

Earleville, MD $54,056

Elk Mills, MD $54,052

Elkton, MD $54,013

Georgetown, MD $54,096

Lutherville Timonium, MD $55,248

Abell, MD $54,699

Accokeek, MD $58,451

Aquasco, MD $57,005

Avenue, MD $54,786

Barstow, MD $56,324

Bel Alton, MD $56,603

Benedict, MD $56,565

Brandywine, MD $57,898

Broomes Island, MD $55,685

Bryans Road, MD $58,337

Bryantown, MD $57,282

Bushwood, MD $54,826

California, MD $54,779

Callaway, MD $54,397

Chaptico, MD $55,347

Charlotte Hall, MD $56,182

Cheltenham, MD $58,439

Clements, MD $55,347

Cobb Island, MD $54,851

Coltons Point, MD $54,593

Compton, MD $54,890

Dameron, MD $53,704

Dowell, MD $54,950

Drayden, MD $53,833

Faulkner, MD $56,301

Great Mills, MD $54,485

Helen, MD $55,864

Hollywood, MD $55,103

Hughesville, MD $56,900

Huntingtown, MD $56,666

Indian Head, MD $57,019

Ironsides, MD $56,789

Issue, MD $55,147

La Plata, MD $57,181

Leonardtown, MD $54,688

Lexington Park, MD $54,318

Loveville, MD $55,261

Lusby, MD $55,053

Marbury, MD $57,477

Mechanicsville, MD $55,853

Morganza, MD $55,527

Mount Victoria, MD $54,888

Nanjemoy, MD $56,122

Newburg, MD $55,559

Park Hall, MD $54,159

Patuxent River, MD $54,445

Piney Point, MD $53,916

Pomfret, MD $57,802

Port Republic, MD $55,988

Port Tobacco, MD $56,970

Prince Frederick, MD $56,328

Ridge, MD $53,466

Rock Point, MD $55,539

Saint Inigoes, MD $53,638

Saint Leonard, MD $55,718

Saint Marys City, MD $54,148

Scotland, MD $53,112

Solomons, MD $54,900

Sunderland, MD $56,779

Tall Timbers, MD $53,985

Valley Lee, MD $54,007

Welcome, MD $56,615

White Plains, MD $57,808

Southern Md Facility, MD $58,513

Annapolis Junction, MD $55,957

Lanham, MD $58,735

Beltsville, MD $58,651

Laurel, MD $57,373

Bladensburg, MD $59,079

Lothian, MD $57,340

Mount Rainier, MD $59,107

North Beach, MD $56,544

Bowie, MD $57,363

Brentwood, MD $59,103

Capitol Heights, MD $59,078

Chesapeake Beach, MD $56,515

Churchton, MD $56,528

Clinton, MD $58,745

Still Pond, MD $54,409

Sudlersville, MD $54,307

Taylors Island, MD $54,789

Templeville, MD $54,162

Tilghman, MD $55,572

Toddville, MD $53,608

Trappe, MD $54,471

Wingate, MD $53,818

Wittman, MD $55,389

Woolford, MD $54,563

Worton, MD $54,596

Wye Mills, MD $54,983

Frederick, MD $54,360

Adamstown, MD $55,490

Big Pool, MD $51,545

Boonsboro, MD $53,381

Braddock Heights, MD $54,333

Brownsville, MD $54,174

Brunswick, MD $54,675

Buckeystown, MD $55,077

Burkittsville, MD $54,261

Cascade, MD $52,895

Cavetown, MD $52,828

Chewsville, MD $52,910

Clear Spring, MD $52,202

Cooksville, MD $55,380

Emmitsburg, MD $53,071

Fairplay, MD $53,038

Funkstown, MD $53,033

Glenelg, MD $55,966

Glenwood, MD $55,692

Hagerstown, MD $52,764

Hancock, MD $51,291

Ijamsville, MD $55,354

Jefferson, MD $54,729

Keedysville, MD $53,550

Keymar, MD $53,523

Knoxville, MD $54,387

Ladiesburg, MD $53,716

Libertytown, MD $54,211

Lisbon, MD $55,387

Little Orleans, MD $51,007

Maugansville, MD $52,573

Middletown, MD $54,133

Monrovia, MD $55,232

Mount Airy, MD $54,901

Myersville, MD $53,429

New Market, MD $54,679

New Midway, MD $53,715

New Windsor, MD $54,200

Point Of Rocks, MD $55,385

Rocky Ridge, MD $53,358

Rohrersville, MD $53,915

Sabillasville, MD $52,967

Saint James, MD $53,046

Sharpsburg, MD $53,471

Smithsburg, MD $52,876

Sykesville, MD $55,043

Taneytown, MD $53,199

Thurmont, MD $53,418

Tuscarora, MD $55,596

Union Bridge, MD $53,980

Unionville, MD $54,241

Walkersville, MD $54,050

West Friendship, MD $55,501

Williamsport, MD $52,822

Woodbine, MD $55,381

Woodsboro, MD $53,792

Salisbury, MD $53,351

Allen, MD $53,278

Berlin, MD $53,221

Bishopville, MD $53,233

Bivalve, MD $53,429

Manchester, MD $52,953

Marriottsville, MD $55,263

Maryland Line, MD $52,790

Mayo, MD $56,050

Millersville, MD $55,593

Monkton, MD $54,285

Odenton, MD $56,155

Crofton, MD $56,476

Owings Mills, MD $55,153

Parkton, MD $53,453

Pasadena, MD $55,339

Perry Hall, MD $55,189

Perryman, MD $54,269

Phoenix, MD $54,898

Pylesville, MD $53,134

Randallstown, MD $55,238

Reisterstown, MD $55,022

Riderwood, MD $55,355

Riva, MD $56,265

Severn, MD $55,585

Severna Park, MD $55,509

Simpsonville, MD $56,051

Sparks Glencoe, MD $54,454

Crisfield, MD $52,948

Stevenson, MD $55,274

Dhs, MD $58,466

Waldorf, MD $57,775

Street, MD $53,376

Upperco, MD $54,131

Upper Falls, MD $55,016

Westminster, MD $54,133

Whiteford, MD $53,113

White Hall, MD $53,381

White Marsh, MD $55,138

Woodstock, MD $55,288

Baltimore, MD $55,360

Towson, MD $55,354

Gwynn Oak, MD $55,372

Pikesville, MD $55,333

Sparrows Point, MD $55,301

Middle River, MD $55,186

Essex, MD $55,317

Dundalk, MD $55,369

Brooklyn, MD $55,370

Curtis Bay, MD $55,382

Halethorpe, MD $55,377

Catonsville, MD $55,405

Parkville, MD $55,345

Nottingham, MD $55,289

Rosedale, MD $55,360

Windsor Mill, MD $55,342

Gaithersburg, MD $57,691

Washington Grove, MD $57,721

68p Radiologic Technologist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For 68p Radiologic Technologist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, 68p Radiologic Technologist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Financial Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view 68p Radiologic Technologist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a 68p Radiologic Technologist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$66,432	$32.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$63,664	$31.0	15%
Construction	$60,896	$29.0	10%
Business Services	$58,128	$28.0	5%

68p Radiologic Technologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a 68p Radiologic Technologist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

$50,097

Average $55,360/year

$61,078

$4,175

Average $4,613/month

$5,090

$963

Average $1,065/week

$1,175

$24

Average $27/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$61,078	$5,090	$1,175	$29
Average	$55,360	$4,613	$1,065	$27
25th Percentile	$50,097	$4,175	$963	$24

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