What are the main factors that influence an Echo 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 Echo Technologist?

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

How does experience change An Echo Technologist's salary?

An Echo Technologist's salary grows with experience: an Echo Technologist (0-2 years)earns $97,189, an Ultrasound Technologist II (2-4 years)earns $112,976, an Ultrasound Technologist III (4-7 years)earns $130,442, a Chief Ultrasound Technologist (7+ years)earns $122,239,

What are the highest paying states for an Echo Technologist?

Echo Technologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Echo Technologist roles are District of Columbia $95,100, California $94,739, Massachusetts $93,477. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Echo Technologist roles make?

Salaries for Echo Technologist level roles vary by specialization: Echo Vascular Sonographer: $85,326; Echo Sonographer: $84,167; Lead Echo Tech: $81,147; Pediatric Echo Sonographer: $80,534; cardiac echo tech: $80,168.

Echo Technologist Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Echo Technologist make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Echo Technologist in District of Columbia is $95,100 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $114,413
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $85,070 to $105,209
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,939

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Echo Technologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,209	$8,767	$2,023	$51
Average	$95,100	$7,925	$1,829	$46
25th Percentile	$85,070	$7,089	$1,636	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Echo Technologist Salaries

An Echo 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 Do Echo 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 Echo Technologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $95,100.
California: $94,739.
Massachusetts: $93,477.

District of Columbia $95,100 California $94,739 Massachusetts $93,477 Washington $93,133 New Jersey $93,099 Alaska $92,978 Connecticut $91,793 New York $91,312

Hawaii $89,775 Rhode Island $89,053 Maryland $88,564 Minnesota $87,894 Colorado $87,636 Illinois $87,550 Oregon $87,224 Delaware $86,983

New Hampshire $86,832 Virginia $86,494 Pennsylvania $85,506 Nevada $85,008 North Dakota $84,844 Michigan $84,587 Wisconsin $84,492 Vermont $84,303

Texas $83,779 Maine $83,745 Arizona $83,693 Ohio $83,633 Georgia $82,843 Indiana $82,448 Wyoming $82,371 Utah $82,250

Iowa $82,199 Kansas $81,787 Louisiana $81,666 North Carolina $81,623 Missouri $81,606 Florida $81,271 Montana $81,091 Nebraska $80,919

Kentucky $80,825 South Carolina $80,481 Tennessee $80,266 Idaho $80,180 New Mexico $79,553 Oklahoma $79,416 Alabama $78,909 South Dakota $78,059

Arkansas $77,595 West Virginia $77,346 Mississippi $76,599

Top Paying Cities for Echo 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:

Parcel Return Service: $94,584
Washington: $94,585
Naval Anacost Annex: $94,580

Parcel Return Service, DC $94,584 Washington, DC $94,585 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $94,580 Washington Navy Yard, DC $94,584

Echo Technologist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Echo 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, Echo Technologist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Echo Technologist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Echo Technologist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$114,120	$55.0	20%

Echo Technologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Echo 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 July 01, 2026

$85,070

Average $95,100/year

$105,209

$7,089

Average $7,925/month

$8,767

$1,636

Average $1,829/week

$2,023

$41

Average $46/hour

$51

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,209	$8,767	$2,023	$51
Average	$95,100	$7,925	$1,829	$46
25th Percentile	$85,070	$7,089	$1,636	$41

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