Diagnostic Ultrasound Sonographer Salary in the United States

How much does a Diagnostic Ultrasound Sonographer make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Diagnostic Ultrasound Sonographer in the United States is $91,092 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

However, a Diagnostic Ultrasound Sonographer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $112,220
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $82,558 to $102,151
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,788
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Diagnostic Ultrasound Sonographer Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $102,151 $8,513 $1,964 $49
Average $91,092 $7,591 $1,752 $44
25th Percentile $82,558 $6,880 $1,588 $40
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Key Factors That Influence Diagnostic Ultrasound Sonographer Salaries

A Diagnostic Ultrasound Sonographer'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.

Top Paying Cities for Diagnostic Ultrasound Sonographers

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: $114,894
  • San Francisco: $113,765
  • Oakland: $111,242

What Skills Can Increase a Diagnostic Ultrasound Sonographer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 3.52% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Pediatric (Mentioned in 3.24% Job Postings): Pediatrics is the branch of medicine that involves the medical care of infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
  • Quality Control (Mentioned in 1.88% Job Postings): Developing and implementing a set of procedures intended to maintain the quality of a product and reduce any risks or errors.
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Commitment 3.52%
Pediatric 3.24%
Quality Control 1.88%
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 Diagnostic Ultrasound Sonographer's salary.
  • Pediatric: Can increase your salary by up to 52%.
  • Cardiac: Can increase your salary by up to 43%.
  • Health Sciences: Can increase your salary by up to 30%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Pediatric
 $138,460
52%
Cardiac
 $130,262
43%
Health Sciences
 $118,420
30%
Geriatrics
 $113,865
25%
Commitment
 $112,043
23%
Analysis
 $112,043
23%
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Diagnostic Ultrasound Sonographer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Diagnostic Ultrasound Sonographer'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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$82,558
Average $91,092/year
$102,151
$6,880
Average $7,591/month
$8,513
$1,588
Average $1,752/week
$1,964
$40
Average $44/hour
$49
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $102,151 $8,513 $1,964 $49
Average $91,092 $7,591 $1,752 $44
25th Percentile $82,558 $6,880 $1,588 $40

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Salary Trends for Diagnostic Ultrasound Sonographer

Salaries for a Diagnostic Ultrasound Sonographer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $92,959 in 2023 to around $88,430 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Diagnostic Ultrasound Sonographer salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Diagnostic Ultrasound Sonographer Over Time

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