What are the main factors that influence a CAT Scan Technologist's salary?

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

How does experience change A CAT Scan Technologist's salary?

A CAT Scan Technologist's salary grows with experience: starting around $83,137 for beginners, reaching about $86,742 at mid-level, and approach $90,266 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a CAT Scan Technologist?

CAT Scan Technologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for CAT Scan Technologist roles are District of Columbia $92,005, California $91,656, Massachusetts $90,434. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of CAT Scan Technologist roles make?

Salaries for CAT Scan Technologist level roles vary by specialization: Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan: $93,600; CT/CAT Scan Technologist Leader: $93,530; Chief CAT Scan Technologist: $93,525; Cat Scan Tech: $83,376; CT/CAT Scan Technologist: $83,100.

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CAT Scan Technologist Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a CAT Scan Technologist make in Rhode Island?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a CAT Scan Technologist in Rhode Island is $86,155 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

However, a CAT Scan Technologist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,189
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,965 to $94,024
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,598

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CAT Scan Technologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,024	$7,835	$1,808	$45
Average	$86,155	$7,180	$1,657	$41
25th Percentile	$76,965	$6,414	$1,480	$37

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Key Factors That Influence CAT Scan Technologist Salaries

A CAT Scan 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 CAT Scan Technologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a CAT Scan 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): $83,137
Early Career (1-2 years): $83,412
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $86,742
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $90,031
Expert (over 8 years): $90,266

Levels	Salary
Entry Level CAT Scan Technologist	$83,137
Intermediate Level CAT Scan Technologist	$83,412
Senior Level CAT Scan Technologist	$86,742
Specialist Level CAT Scan Technologist	$90,031
Expert Level CAT Scan Technologist	$90,266

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How Do CAT Scan 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 CAT Scan Technologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $92,005.
California: $91,656.
Massachusetts: $90,434.

District of Columbia $92,005 California $91,656 Massachusetts $90,434 Washington $90,102 New Jersey $90,069 Alaska $89,953 Connecticut $88,806 New York $88,340

Hawaii $86,853 Rhode Island $86,155 Maryland $85,681 Minnesota $85,033 Colorado $84,784 Illinois $84,701 Oregon $84,385 Delaware $84,152

New Hampshire $84,006 Virginia $83,679 Pennsylvania $82,723 Nevada $82,241 North Dakota $82,083 Michigan $81,834 Wisconsin $81,743 Vermont $81,560

Texas $81,053 Maine $81,020 Arizona $80,970 Ohio $80,912 Georgia $80,147 Indiana $79,765 Wyoming $79,690 Utah $79,574

Iowa $79,524 Kansas $79,125 Louisiana $79,009 North Carolina $78,967 Missouri $78,950 Florida $78,626 Montana $78,452 Nebraska $78,286

Kentucky $78,194 South Carolina $77,862 Tennessee $77,654 Idaho $77,571 New Mexico $76,964 Oklahoma $76,831 Alabama $76,341 South Dakota $75,519

Arkansas $75,070 West Virginia $74,829 Mississippi $74,106

Top Paying Cities for CAT Scan Technologists

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: $87,568
Albion: $86,113
Ashaway: $87,900

Adamsville, RI $87,568 Albion, RI $86,113 Ashaway, RI $87,900 Barrington, RI $86,113 Block Island, RI $87,443 Bradford, RI $87,842 Bristol, RI $86,030 Carolina, RI $87,127

Charlestown, RI $87,219 Chepachet, RI $85,947 Clayville, RI $86,030 Coventry, RI $85,947 West Greenwich, RI $85,889 East Greenwich, RI $86,005 Exeter, RI $87,842 Fiskeville, RI $86,113

Forestdale, RI $86,030 Foster, RI $85,889 Glendale, RI $85,889 Greene, RI $86,853 Greenville, RI $86,113 Harmony, RI $86,088 Harrisville, RI $85,947 Hope, RI $86,113

Hope Valley, RI $87,900 Hopkinton, RI $87,925 Jamestown, RI $87,044 Kenyon, RI $87,817 Little Compton, RI $87,534 Manville, RI $86,113 Mapleville, RI $85,889 Newport, RI $87,061

Middletown, RI $87,426 North Kingstown, RI $85,864 North Scituate, RI $86,088 Oakland, RI $85,972 Pascoag, RI $85,922 Pawtucket, RI $86,113 Central Falls, RI $86,113 Cumberland, RI $86,113

Lincoln, RI $86,113 Portsmouth, RI $86,712 Prudence Island, RI $85,947 Rockville, RI $87,925 Saunderstown, RI $87,094 Shannock, RI $87,792 Slatersville, RI $86,030 Slocum, RI $87,094

Tiverton, RI $87,593 Wakefield, RI $87,003 Kingston, RI $87,019 Narragansett, RI $87,036 Peace Dale, RI $87,003 Warren, RI $86,088 Warwick, RI $86,113 Westerly, RI $87,950

West Kingston, RI $87,069 West Warwick, RI $86,113 Wood River Junction, RI $87,842 Woonsocket, RI $86,030 North Smithfield, RI $86,088 Wyoming, RI $87,817 Providence, RI $86,113 Cranston, RI $86,113

North Providence, RI $86,113 East Providence, RI $86,113 Riverside, RI $86,113 Rumford, RI $86,113 Smithfield, RI $86,113 Johnston, RI $86,113

CAT Scan Technologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a CAT Scan 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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$76,965

Average $86,155/year

$94,024

$6,414

Average $7,180/month

$7,835

$1,480

Average $1,657/week

$1,808

$37

Average $41/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,024	$7,835	$1,808	$45
Average	$86,155	$7,180	$1,657	$41
25th Percentile	$76,965	$6,414	$1,480	$37

CAT Scan Technologist Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a CAT Scan Technologist, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Chief CAT Scan Technologist role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $96,967 - a projected growth of 13% over your current level.

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