What are the main factors that influence a CT Technologist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A CT Technologist's salary?

A CT Technologist's salary grows with experience: starting around $88,593 for beginners, reaching about $92,418 at mid-level, and approach $96,082 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a CT Technologist?

CT Technologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for CT Technologist roles are District of Columbia $92,418, California $92,067, Massachusetts $90,840. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of CT Technologist roles make?

Salaries for CT Technologist level roles vary by specialization: CT Technologist PRN: $99,588; PET/CT Technologist: $99,200; PET Technologist: $99,155; Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan: $93,600; CT/CAT Scan Technologist Leader: $93,560.

CT Technologist Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a CT Technologist make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a CT Technologist in District of Columbia is $92,418 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $108,283
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $82,894 to $100,723
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,222

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CT Technologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$100,723	$8,394	$1,937	$48
Average	$92,418	$7,701	$1,777	$44
25th Percentile	$82,894	$6,908	$1,594	$40

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Key Factors That Influence CT Technologist Salaries

A CT 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 CT Technologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a CT 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): $88,593
Early Career (1-2 years): $88,885
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $92,418
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $95,838
Expert (over 8 years): $96,082

Levels	Salary
Entry Level CT Technologist	$88,593
Intermediate Level CT Technologist	$88,885
Senior Level CT Technologist	$92,418
Specialist Level CT Technologist	$95,838
Expert Level CT Technologist	$96,082

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

District of Columbia: $92,418.
California: $92,067.
Massachusetts: $90,840.

District of Columbia $92,418 California $92,067 Massachusetts $90,840 Washington $90,507 New Jersey $90,473 Alaska $90,356 Connecticut $89,204 New York $88,737

Hawaii $87,243 Rhode Island $86,542 Maryland $86,066 Minnesota $85,415 Colorado $85,164 Illinois $85,081 Oregon $84,764 Delaware $84,530

New Hampshire $84,383 Virginia $84,054 Pennsylvania $83,094 Nevada $82,610 North Dakota $82,452 Michigan $82,201 Wisconsin $82,109 Vermont $81,926

Texas $81,417 Maine $81,383 Arizona $81,333 Ohio $81,275 Georgia $80,507 Indiana $80,123 Wyoming $80,048 Utah $79,931

Iowa $79,881 Kansas $79,480 Louisiana $79,363 North Carolina $79,322 Missouri $79,305 Florida $78,979 Montana $78,804 Nebraska $78,637

Kentucky $78,545 South Carolina $78,211 Tennessee $78,003 Idaho $77,919 New Mexico $77,310 Oklahoma $77,176 Alabama $76,684 South Dakota $75,858

Arkansas $75,407 West Virginia $75,165 Mississippi $74,439

Top Paying Cities for CT 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: $92,418
Washington: $92,418
Naval Anacost Annex: $92,418

Parcel Return Service, DC $92,418 Washington, DC $92,418 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $92,418 Washington Navy Yard, DC $92,418

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

Understanding how a CT 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 January 01, 2026

$82,894

Average $92,418/year

$100,723

$6,908

Average $7,701/month

$8,394

$1,594

Average $1,777/week

$1,937

$40

Average $44/hour

$48

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$100,723	$8,394	$1,937	$48
Average	$92,418	$7,701	$1,777	$44
25th Percentile	$82,894	$6,908	$1,594	$40

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