What are the main factors that influence a Computed Tomography 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 Computed Tomography Technologist?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Computed Tomography Technologist roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Computed Tomography Technologist's salary?

A Computed Tomography Technologist's salary grows with experience: starting around $81,457 for beginners, reaching about $84,999 at mid-level, and approach $88,443 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Computed Tomography Technologist?

Computed Tomography Technologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Computed Tomography Technologist roles are District of Columbia $90,090, California $89,748, Massachusetts $88,552. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Computed Tomography Technologist roles make?

Salaries for Computed Tomography Technologist level roles vary by specialization: Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist: $130,649; PET/CT Technologist: $99,200; Positron Emission Tomography Technologist: $99,140; PET Technologist: $99,137; Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan: $93,500.

Computed Tomography Technologist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Computed Tomography Technologist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computed Tomography Technologist in Delaware is $82,401 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,015
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,688 to $90,051
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,845

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Computed Tomography Technologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,051	$7,504	$1,732	$43
Average	$82,401	$6,867	$1,585	$40
25th Percentile	$72,688	$6,057	$1,398	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Computed Tomography Technologist Salaries

A Computed Tomography 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 Computed Tomography Technologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computed Tomography 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): $81,457
Early Career (1-2 years): $81,726
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $84,999
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $88,214
Expert (over 8 years): $88,443

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Computed Tomography Technologist	$81,457
Intermediate Level Computed Tomography Technologist	$81,726
Senior Level Computed Tomography Technologist	$84,999
Specialist Level Computed Tomography Technologist	$88,214
Expert Level Computed Tomography Technologist	$88,443

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

District of Columbia: $90,090.
California: $89,748.
Massachusetts: $88,552.

District of Columbia $90,090 California $89,748 Massachusetts $88,552 Washington $88,227 New Jersey $88,194 Alaska $88,080 Connecticut $86,958 New York $86,502

Hawaii $85,045 Rhode Island $84,362 Maryland $83,898 Minnesota $83,263 Colorado $83,019 Illinois $82,938 Oregon $82,629 Delaware $82,401

New Hampshire $82,258 Virginia $81,937 Pennsylvania $81,001 Nevada $80,530 North Dakota $80,375 Michigan $80,131 Wisconsin $80,041 Vermont $79,862

Texas $79,366 Maine $79,333 Arizona $79,285 Ohio $79,228 Georgia $78,479 Indiana $78,105 Wyoming $78,032 Utah $77,918

Iowa $77,869 Kansas $77,478 Louisiana $77,364 North Carolina $77,324 Missouri $77,307 Florida $76,990 Montana $76,819 Nebraska $76,656

Kentucky $76,567 South Carolina $76,241 Tennessee $76,038 Idaho $75,957 New Mexico $75,363 Oklahoma $75,232 Alabama $74,752 South Dakota $73,947

Arkansas $73,507 West Virginia $73,272 Mississippi $72,564

Top Paying Cities for Computed Tomography 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:

Lincoln: $82,030
Little Creek: $82,630
Magnolia: $82,512

Lincoln, DE $82,030 Little Creek, DE $82,630 Magnolia, DE $82,512 Milford, DE $82,238 Marydel, DE $82,373 Millsboro, DE $81,686 Millville, DE $81,812 Milton, DE $81,953

Nassau, DE $82,013 Ocean View, DE $81,798 Rehoboth Beach, DE $81,955 Seaford, DE $82,001 Selbyville, DE $81,662 Smyrna, DE $82,687 Viola, DE $82,307 Woodside, DE $82,528

Bear, DE $82,338 Newark, DE $82,307 Claymont, DE $82,475 Delaware City, DE $82,389 Hockessin, DE $82,299 Kirkwood, DE $82,373 Middletown, DE $82,405 Montchanin, DE $82,318

New Castle, DE $82,330 Odessa, DE $82,446 Port Penn, DE $82,501 Rockland, DE $82,326 Saint Georges, DE $82,379 Townsend, DE $82,506 Winterthur, DE $82,336 Lewes, DE $81,985

Wilmington, DE $82,303 Dover, DE $82,630 Dover Afb, DE $82,195 Bethany Beach, DE $81,712 Bethel, DE $81,796 Bridgeville, DE $81,989 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,398 Cheswold, DE $82,604

Clayton, DE $82,606 Dagsboro, DE $81,655 Delmar, DE $81,524 Ellendale, DE $81,771 Felton, DE $82,232 Fenwick Island, DE $81,673 Frankford, DE $81,530 Frederica, DE $82,313

Georgetown, DE $81,624 Greenwood, DE $82,002 Harbeson, DE $81,711 Harrington, DE $82,128 Hartly, DE $82,383 Houston, DE $82,010 Kenton, DE $82,610 Laurel, DE $81,575

Yorklyn, DE $82,324

Computed Tomography Technologist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Computed Tomography 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, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Computed Tomography Technologist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Computed Tomography Technologist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Computed Tomography Technologist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$98,881	$48.0	20%

Computed Tomography Technologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Computed Tomography 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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$72,688

Average $82,401/year

$90,051

$6,057

Average $6,867/month

$7,504

$1,398

Average $1,585/week

$1,732

$35

Average $40/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,051	$7,504	$1,732	$43
Average	$82,401	$6,867	$1,585	$40
25th Percentile	$72,688	$6,057	$1,398	$35

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