Pet Ct Tech Salary in the United States

How much does a Pet Ct Tech make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pet Ct Tech in the United States is $74,375 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

However, a Pet Ct Tech's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $82,720
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,680 to $78,743
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,032
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Pet Ct Tech Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $78,743 $6,562 $1,514 $38
Average $74,375 $6,198 $1,430 $36
25th Percentile $62,680 $5,223 $1,205 $30
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Key Factors That Influence Pet Ct Tech Salaries

A Pet Ct Tech'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Pet Ct Tech Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Pet Ct Tech'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): $61,280
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $76,812
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $92,413
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $117,732
  • Expert (over 8 years): $79,244
Levels Salary
Recruiter... Level Pet Ct Tech$61,280
Pet Ct Te... Level Pet Ct Tech$76,812
Recruiter... Level Pet Ct Tech$92,413
Recruiter... Level Pet Ct Tech$117,732
Recruitin... Level Pet Ct Tech$79,244
$61,280 0 yr
$76,812 < 2 yrs
$92,413 2-4 yrs
$117,732 5-8 yrs
$79,244 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Pet Ct Teches

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: $93,810
  • San Francisco: $92,782
  • Oakland: $90,827

What Skills Can Increase a Pet Ct Tech's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Interviewing (Mentioned in 6.11% Job Postings): The ability and process of conducting a conversation to gather information to facilitate all kinds of decision-making.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 2.75% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
  • HRIS (Mentioned in 1.23% Job Postings): HRIS is a management system designed specifically to provide managers with information to make HR decisions. Is a system that lets you keep track of all your employees and information about them.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Interviewing 6.11%
Microsoft Office 2.75%
HRIS 1.23%
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 a Pet Ct Tech's salary.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Insight: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Workday: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Analysis
$78,838
6%
Insight
$78,838
6%
Workday
$78,094
5%
Partnering
$77,350
4%
Consulting
$77,350
4%
Leadership
$77,350
4%
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Pet Ct Tech Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Pet Ct Tech roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Pet Ct Tech positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Pet Ct Tech as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Pet Ct Tech

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$89,250$43.020%

How Education impacts a Pet Ct Tech's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Pet Ct Teches enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Pet Ct Tech with a Associate's Degree is between $73,164 and $77,798).

Pet Ct Tech Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Pet Ct Tech
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.0%
High School 8.9%
Associates 8.2%
Bachelors 60.9%
Masters 20.0%
Doctorate 1.0%
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Pet Ct Tech Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pet Ct Tech'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 Pet Ct Tech

Salaries for a Pet Ct Tech can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $70,569 in 2023 to around $70,622 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Pet Ct Tech salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Pet Ct Tech Over Time

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$70,569
2024
$70,759
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  • TactStaff

    Columbus, OH

    TactStaff | Columbus, OH

    CT Tech Position. The CT Tech will operate computed tomography (CT) imaging equipment to produce diagnostic images for physicians. This role requires atten... more

    8 Days Ago

  • Pride Health

    Columbus, OH

    Pride Health | Columbus, OH

    CT Tech - Inpatient. A CT Technician operates computed tomography (CT) scanners to capture detailed images of internal structures. Responsibilities include... more

    5 Days Ago

  • Ohio State University

    Columbus, OH

    Ohio State University | Columbus, OH

    CT Tech $15,000 Signing Bonus Morehouse Plaza Imaging. University Hospital | Morehouse Plaza Imaging. Scope of Position. The Computed Tomography division e... more

    9 Days Ago

  • Accountable Healthcare Staffing

    Columbus, OH

    Accountable Healthcare Staffing | Columbus, OH

    Travel Nurse Contract. If you would like to combine your love of traveling with your nursing career, Accountable's travel nurse contracts are the way to go... more

    5 Days Ago

  • PSNYC

    Columbus, OH

    PSNYC | Columbus, OH

    Allied / Tech - CT Tech. Position: ARRT certified CT Tech (CT AND XR). Location: Grant Medical Center (Level I Trauma). Shift: Friday, Saturday and Sunday ... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Cure Healthcare Staffing

    Columbus, OH

    Cure Healthcare Staffing | Columbus, OH

    Rad Tech - Ct Tech. Cure Healthcare is seeking a rad tech - ct tech for positions in columbus, ohio. current ohio license and aha bls and acls required and... more

    7 Days Ago

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FAQ about Pet Ct Tech

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Pet Ct Tech?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Pet Ct Tech roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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