What are the main factors that influence a Diagnostic Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change A Diagnostic Engineer's salary?

A Diagnostic Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Electrical Engineering Technician I (0-1 years)earns $61,632, an Electrical Engineering Technician II (1-3 years)earns $68,068, an Diagnostic Engineer (3-5 years)earns $75,900,

What are the highest paying states for a Diagnostic Engineer?

Diagnostic Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Diagnostic Engineer roles are District of Columbia $76,424, California $76,134, Massachusetts $75,120. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Diagnostic Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Diagnostic Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Radiologist - Diagnostic: $530,613; Diagnostic Technologist: $131,063; Diagnostic Sonographer: $101,483; Diagnostic Ultrasonographer: $75,992; diagnostic radiography: $65,595.

Diagnostic Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Diagnostic Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Diagnostic Engineer in District of Columbia is $76,424 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $90,054
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,037 to $83,559
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $62,311

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Diagnostic Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,559	$6,963	$1,607	$40
Average	$76,424	$6,369	$1,470	$37
25th Percentile	$69,037	$5,753	$1,328	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Diagnostic Engineer Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $76,424.
California: $76,134.
Massachusetts: $75,120.

District of Columbia $76,424 California $76,134 Massachusetts $75,120 Washington $74,844 New Jersey $74,816 Alaska $74,719 Connecticut $73,767 New York $73,380

Hawaii $72,145 Rhode Island $71,565 Maryland $71,172 Minnesota $70,633 Colorado $70,426 Illinois $70,357 Oregon $70,095 Delaware $69,902

New Hampshire $69,780 Virginia $69,508 Pennsylvania $68,714 Nevada $68,314 North Dakota $68,183 Michigan $67,976 Wisconsin $67,900 Vermont $67,748

Texas $67,327 Maine $67,299 Arizona $67,258 Ohio $67,210 Georgia $66,575 Indiana $66,257 Wyoming $66,195 Utah $66,098

Iowa $66,057 Kansas $65,726 Louisiana $65,629 North Carolina $65,594 Missouri $65,581 Florida $65,311 Montana $65,166 Nebraska $65,028

Kentucky $64,952 South Carolina $64,676 Tennessee $64,504 Idaho $64,435 New Mexico $63,931 Oklahoma $63,820 Alabama $63,413 South Dakota $62,730

Arkansas $62,357 West Virginia $62,157 Mississippi $61,556

Top Paying Cities for Diagnostic Engineers

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: $76,424
Washington: $76,424
Naval Anacost Annex: $76,424

Parcel Return Service, DC $76,424 Washington, DC $76,424 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $76,424 Washington Navy Yard, DC $76,424

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

Understanding how a Diagnostic Engineer'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 April 01, 2026

$69,037

Average $76,424/year

$83,559

$5,753

Average $6,369/month

$6,963

$1,328

Average $1,470/week

$1,607

$33

Average $37/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,559	$6,963	$1,607	$40
Average	$76,424	$6,369	$1,470	$37
25th Percentile	$69,037	$5,753	$1,328	$33

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