What are the main factors that influence a Diagnostic Technician'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 Diagnostic Technician?

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

How does experience change A Diagnostic Technician's salary?

A Diagnostic Technician's salary grows with experience: an Automotive Mechanic I (0-1 years)earns $49,874, an Automotive Mechanic II (1-3 years)earns $56,302, an Diagnostic Technician (3-5 years)earns $62,902, an Automotive Mechanic IV (5-7 years)earns $68,831,

What are the highest paying states for a Diagnostic Technician?

Diagnostic Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Diagnostic Technician roles are District of Columbia $68,288, California $68,029, Massachusetts $67,122. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Diagnostic Technician roles make?

Salaries for Diagnostic Technician level roles vary by specialization: Radiologist - Diagnostic: $531,543; Diagnostic Sonographer: $101,492; Sleep Diagnostic Clinic Manager: $98,550; Diagnostic Engineer: $69,025; diagnostic radiography: $65,573.

Diagnostic Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Diagnostic Technician make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Diagnostic Technician in Delaware is $62,460 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,660
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,085 to $67,276
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,282

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Diagnostic Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,276	$5,606	$1,294	$32
Average	$62,460	$5,205	$1,201	$30
25th Percentile	$56,085	$4,674	$1,079	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Diagnostic Technician Salaries

A Diagnostic Technician'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 Diagnostic Technician 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 Diagnostic Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $68,288.
California: $68,029.
Massachusetts: $67,122.

District of Columbia $68,288 California $68,029 Massachusetts $67,122 Washington $66,876 New Jersey $66,851 Alaska $66,765 Connecticut $65,914 New York $65,568

Hawaii $64,464 Rhode Island $63,946 Maryland $63,595 Minnesota $63,113 Colorado $62,928 Illinois $62,867 Oregon $62,632 Delaware $62,460

New Hampshire $62,351 Virginia $62,108 Pennsylvania $61,399 Nevada $61,041 North Dakota $60,924 Michigan $60,739 Wisconsin $60,671 Vermont $60,535

Texas $60,159 Maine $60,134 Arizona $60,097 Ohio $60,054 Georgia $59,487 Indiana $59,203 Wyoming $59,148 Utah $59,061

Iowa $59,024 Kansas $58,728 Louisiana $58,642 North Carolina $58,611 Missouri $58,599 Florida $58,358 Montana $58,229 Nebraska $58,105

Kentucky $58,037 South Carolina $57,791 Tennessee $57,637 Idaho $57,575 New Mexico $57,125 Oklahoma $57,026 Alabama $56,662 South Dakota $56,052

Arkansas $55,718 West Virginia $55,540 Mississippi $55,003

Top Paying Cities for Diagnostic Technicians

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:

Lincoln: $62,178
Little Creek: $62,634
Magnolia: $62,544

Lincoln, DE $62,178 Little Creek, DE $62,634 Magnolia, DE $62,544 Milford, DE $62,336 Marydel, DE $62,439 Millsboro, DE $61,918 Millville, DE $62,013 Milton, DE $62,120

Nassau, DE $62,165 Ocean View, DE $62,003 Rehoboth Beach, DE $62,122 Seaford, DE $62,157 Selbyville, DE $61,900 Smyrna, DE $62,677 Viola, DE $62,388 Woodside, DE $62,556

Bear, DE $62,412 Newark, DE $62,388 Claymont, DE $62,516 Delaware City, DE $62,450 Hockessin, DE $62,383 Kirkwood, DE $62,439 Middletown, DE $62,463 Montchanin, DE $62,397

New Castle, DE $62,406 Odessa, DE $62,494 Port Penn, DE $62,536 Rockland, DE $62,403 Saint Georges, DE $62,443 Townsend, DE $62,539 Winterthur, DE $62,410 Lewes, DE $62,145

Wilmington, DE $62,386 Dover, DE $62,634 Dover Afb, DE $62,304 Bethany Beach, DE $61,937 Bethel, DE $62,001 Bridgeville, DE $62,148 Camden Wyoming, DE $62,457 Cheswold, DE $62,613

Clayton, DE $62,615 Dagsboro, DE $61,894 Delmar, DE $61,795 Ellendale, DE $61,982 Felton, DE $62,331 Fenwick Island, DE $61,908 Frankford, DE $61,800 Frederica, DE $62,393

Georgetown, DE $61,871 Greenwood, DE $62,157 Harbeson, DE $61,937 Harrington, DE $62,252 Hartly, DE $62,446 Houston, DE $62,164 Kenton, DE $62,618 Laurel, DE $61,834

Yorklyn, DE $62,401

Diagnostic Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Diagnostic Technician 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 Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Diagnostic Technician positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Diagnostic Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Diagnostic Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$74,952	$36.0	20%
Biotechnology	$74,952	$36.0	20%
Financial Services	$74,952	$36.0	20%
Healthcare	$74,952	$36.0	20%

Diagnostic Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Diagnostic Technician'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

$56,085

Average $62,460/year

$67,276

$4,674

Average $5,205/month

$5,606

$1,079

Average $1,201/week

$1,294

$27

Average $30/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,276	$5,606	$1,294	$32
Average	$62,460	$5,205	$1,201	$30
25th Percentile	$56,085	$4,674	$1,079	$27

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