What are the main factors that influence a Rad Tech III'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 Rad Tech III?

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Rad Tech III roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Rad Tech 's salary?

A Rad Tech 's salary grows with experience: a Rad Tech I (0-1 years)earns $58,006, a Radiographer II (1-3 years)earns $63,845, a Rad Tech III (3-5 years)earns $85,039, a Head Radiologic Technologist (5+ years)earns $99,933,

What are the highest paying states for a Rad Tech III?

Rad Tech III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Rad Tech III roles are District of Columbia $90,900, California $90,500, Massachusetts $89,300. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Rad Tech roles make?

Salaries for Rad Tech level roles vary by specialization: Tech Consultant III: $92,300; Rad Developer: $85,791; Lab Tech III: $82,745; Wind Tech III: $72,600; Rad Tech: $61,940.

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Rad Tech III Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Rad Tech III make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Rad Tech III in Rhode Island is $85,100 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

However, a Rad Tech III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,867
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,800 to $94,400
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,333

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Rad Tech III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,400	$7,867	$1,815	$45
Average	$85,100	$7,092	$1,637	$41
25th Percentile	$75,800	$6,317	$1,458	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Rad Tech III Salaries

A Rad Tech III'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 Rad Tech Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Rad Tech III'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:

Rad Tech I (0-1 years): $58,006
Radiographer II (1-3 years): $63,845
Rad Tech III (3-5 years): $85,039
Head Radiologic Technologist (5+ years): $99,933

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Rad Tech I	0-1 years	$58,006
Radiographer II	1-3 years	$63,845
Rad Tech III	3-5 years	$85,039
Head Radiologic Technologist	5+ years	$99,933

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How Do Rad Tech III 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 Rad Tech IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $90,900.
California: $90,500.
Massachusetts: $89,300.

District of Columbia $90,900 California $90,500 Massachusetts $89,300 Washington $89,000 New Jersey $89,000 Alaska $88,800 Connecticut $87,700 New York $87,200

Hawaii $85,800 Rhode Island $85,100 Maryland $84,600 Minnesota $84,000 Illinois $83,700 Colorado $83,700 Oregon $83,300 Delaware $83,100

New Hampshire $83,000 Virginia $82,600 Pennsylvania $81,700 Nevada $81,200 North Dakota $81,100 Michigan $80,800 Wisconsin $80,700 Vermont $80,600

Texas $80,100 Arizona $80,000 Maine $80,000 Ohio $79,900 Georgia $79,200 Indiana $78,800 Wyoming $78,700 Utah $78,600

Iowa $78,500 Kansas $78,200 Louisiana $78,000 North Carolina $78,000 Missouri $78,000 Florida $77,700 Montana $77,500 Nebraska $77,300

Kentucky $77,200 South Carolina $76,900 Tennessee $76,700 Idaho $76,600 New Mexico $76,000 Oklahoma $75,900 Alabama $75,400 South Dakota $74,600

Arkansas $74,100 West Virginia $73,900 Mississippi $73,200

Top Paying Cities for Rad Tech IIIs

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:

Adamsville: $86,200
Albion: $85,400
Ashaway: $86,000

Adamsville, RI $86,200 Albion, RI $85,400 Ashaway, RI $86,000 Barrington, RI $85,200 Block Island, RI $85,700 Bradford, RI $85,900 Bristol, RI $85,500 Carolina, RI $85,800

Charlestown, RI $85,800 Chepachet, RI $85,700 Clayville, RI $85,400 Coventry, RI $85,400 West Greenwich, RI $85,700 East Greenwich, RI $85,400 Exeter, RI $85,600 Fiskeville, RI $85,200

Forestdale, RI $85,900 Foster, RI $85,600 Glendale, RI $85,900 Greene, RI $85,700 Greenville, RI $85,200 Harmony, RI $85,300 Harrisville, RI $85,800 Hope, RI $85,300

Hope Valley, RI $85,900 Hopkinton, RI $86,000 Jamestown, RI $85,700 Kenyon, RI $85,800 Little Compton, RI $86,100 Manville, RI $85,500 Mapleville, RI $85,700 Newport, RI $85,800

Middletown, RI $85,900 North Kingstown, RI $85,500 North Scituate, RI $85,300 Oakland, RI $85,800 Pascoag, RI $85,900 Pawtucket, RI $85,100 Central Falls, RI $85,100 Cumberland, RI $85,600

Lincoln, RI $85,200 Portsmouth, RI $85,800 Prudence Island, RI $85,600 Rockville, RI $86,000 Saunderstown, RI $85,700 Shannock, RI $85,800 Slatersville, RI $85,900 Slocum, RI $85,700

Tiverton, RI $86,100 Wakefield, RI $85,800 Kingston, RI $85,700 Narragansett, RI $85,800 Peace Dale, RI $85,800 Warren, RI $85,400 Warwick, RI $85,200 Westerly, RI $86,000

West Kingston, RI $85,800 West Warwick, RI $85,300 Wood River Junction, RI $85,900 Woonsocket, RI $85,900 North Smithfield, RI $85,700 Wyoming, RI $85,800 Providence, RI $85,000 Cranston, RI $85,100

North Providence, RI $85,100 East Providence, RI $85,100 Riverside, RI $85,100 Rumford, RI $85,100 Smithfield, RI $85,200 Johnston, RI $85,100

Rad Tech III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Rad Tech III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $90,383. While startup companies pay approximate $76,981.

Rad Tech III Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$76,981
Growth Stage	51~500	$81,272
Established	501~5000	$87,432
Enterprise	5000+	$90,383

Rad Tech III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Rad Tech III roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Rad Tech positions in Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Rad Tech III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

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Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$102,120	$49.0	20%

Rad Tech III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Rad Tech III'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.

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$75,800

Average $85,100/year

$94,400

$6,317

Average $7,092/month

$7,867

$1,458

Average $1,637/week

$1,815

$36

Average $41/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,400	$7,867	$1,815	$45
Average	$85,100	$7,092	$1,637	$41
25th Percentile	$75,800	$6,317	$1,458	$36

Rad Tech III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Rad Tech III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Head Radiologic Technologist role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $100,000 - a projected growth of 18% over your current level.

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