Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist Salary in New York

How much does a Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist make in New York?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist in New York is $138,893 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $67.

However, a Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $163,023
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $125,086 to $151,524
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $112,516
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Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $151,524 $12,627 $2,914 $73
Average $138,893 $11,574 $2,671 $67
25th Percentile $125,086 $10,424 $2,406 $60
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Key Factors That Influence Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist Salaries

A Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations 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 Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations 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:

  • Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor (3-5 years): $104,258
  • Diagnostic Imaging Manager (5+ years): $120,231
  • Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist (5+ years): $138,893
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor3-5 years$104,258
Diagnostic Imaging Manager5+ years$120,231
Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist5+ years$138,893
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Top Paying Cities for Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations 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:

  • Holtsville: $143,349
  • Brentwood: $143,109
  • Brightwaters: $141,834

Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $147,515. While startup companies pay approximate $125,642.

Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$125,642
Growth Stage51~500$132,645
Established501~5000$142,699
Enterprise5000+$147,515

Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist 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, Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist positions in Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$166,672$80.020%

Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations 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.

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Last Updated on July 01, 2026
$125,086
Average $138,893/year
$151,524
$10,424
Average $11,574/month
$12,627
$2,406
Average $2,671/week
$2,914
$60
Average $67/hour
$73
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $151,524 $12,627 $2,914 $73
Average $138,893 $11,574 $2,671 $67
25th Percentile $125,086 $10,424 $2,406 $60

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