Imaging Tech Aide Salary in the United States

How much does an Imaging Tech Aide make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Imaging Tech Aide in the United States is $36,690 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

However, an Imaging Tech Aide's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $40,529
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $31,663 to $38,699
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $27,086
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Imaging Tech Aide Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $38,699 $3,225 $744 $19
Average $36,690 $3,057 $706 $18
25th Percentile $31,663 $2,639 $609 $15
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Key Factors That Influence Imaging Tech Aide Salaries

An Imaging Tech Aide'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 Imaging Tech Aide Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Imaging Tech Aide'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): $36,201
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $37,248
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $37,973
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $38,228
  • Expert (over 8 years): $38,326
Levels Salary
Entry Level Imaging Tech Aide$36,201
Intermediate Level Imaging Tech Aide$37,248
Senior Level Imaging Tech Aide$37,973
Specialist Level Imaging Tech Aide$38,228
Expert Level Imaging Tech Aide$38,326
$36,201 0 yr
$37,248 < 2 yrs
$37,973 2-4 yrs
$38,228 5-8 yrs
$38,326 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Imaging Tech Aides

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:

  • San Jose: $46,277
  • San Francisco: $45,770
  • Oakland: $44,806

What Skills Can Increase an Imaging Tech Aide's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 5.22% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • CPR (Mentioned in 2.68% Job Postings): Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) combines rescue breathing (mouth-to-mouth) and chest compressions to temporarily pump enough blood to the brain until specialized treatment is available.
  • Direct Patient Care (Mentioned in 1.18% Job Postings): Direct patient care Hands on, face-to-face contact with patients for the purpose of diagnosis, treatment. and monitoring.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 5.22%
CPR 2.68%
Direct Patient Care 1.18%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Imaging Tech Aide's salary.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 23%.
  • Nuclear Medicine: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Direct Patient Care: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Analysis
$45,128
23%
Nuclear Medicine
$42,193
15%
Direct Patient Care
$42,193
15%
Commitment
$40,726
11%
Pediatric
$39,992
9%
Workday
$39,992
9%
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Imaging Tech Aide Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

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

The top paying industry for an Imaging Tech Aide

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$44,028$21.020%

Imaging Tech Aide Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Imaging Tech Aide'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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Imaging Tech Aide

Salaries for an Imaging Tech Aide can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $64,153 in 2023 to around $63,121 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Imaging Tech Aide salary trends, .

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$64,153
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$64,762
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    7 Days Ago

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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  • Next Move Healthcare

    Columbus, OH

    Next Move Healthcare | Columbus, OH

    Radiology/Imaging, Interventional Radiology. Gross Pay: $3,297. Hourly Rate: $46. Weekly Stipend: $1,477. Shift: 5x8 Hour Day Shift. Shifts Per Week: 5. Sc... more

    6 Days Ago

  • Ohio State University

    Columbus, OH

    Ohio State University | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Imaging Tech Aide

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Imaging Tech Aide?

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

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