As of May 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist in the United States is $122,607. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $97,551 to a high of $143,267, with most professionals earning between $109,492 and $133,421.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
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| 75th Percentile | $133,421 | $11,118 | $2,566 | $64 |
| Average | $122,607 | $10,217 | $2,358 | $59 |
| 25th Percentile | $109,492 | $9,124 | $2,106 | $53 |
An entry-level Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist with less than 1 year of experience earns about $116,735. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $117,713. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $119,279. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $121,237, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $124,221.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist | $116,735 |
| Intermediate Level Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist | $117,713 |
| Senior Level Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist | $119,279 |
| Specialist Level Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist | $121,237 |
| Expert Level Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist | $124,221 |
| Entry Level | 5% |
| Mid Level | 4% |
| Senior Level | 3% |
| Top Level | 1% |
| Experienced | 1% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
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Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of May 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $127,198 in 2023 to approximately $125,971 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $122,607 | 64.6% | ||
| Bonus | $17,297 | 9.1% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $10,703 | 5.6% | ||
| 401K/403B | $6,855 | 3.6% | ||
| Disability | $2,238 | 1.2% | ||
| Healthcare | $6,371 | 3.4% | ||
| Pension | $5,876 | 3.1% | ||
| Time Off | $17,757 | 9.4% | ||
| Total Compensation | $189,705 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| High School | 5.4% |
| Associates | 18.5% |
| Bachelors | 55.4% |
| Masters | 17.4% |
| Doctorate | 3.3% |
What Am I Worth?
The average annual salary of Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist is $122,607. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist is $59; the average weekly pay of Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist is $2,358; the average monthly pay of Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist is $10,217.
A Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist is $154,644.
The highest pay for Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist is $143,267.
The lowest pay for Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist is $97,551.
Calculates computerized isodose plans for radiation oncology patients. Computes standard dose calculations and determines computerized generation of isodose curves for external beam hyperthermia and brachytherapy radiation treatment programs. Calculates treatment machine settings, documents calculations, and records treatment data in therapy chart. Interprets physician prescriptions to develop a therapeutic treatment plan. Typically requires completion of a training program in medical dosimetry and ARRT registration in radiation therapy. Requires a bachelor's degree of physical or biological sciences. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Years of experience may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement.
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