Radiologic Technologists and Technicians pay in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin
In Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL), the median pay for radiologic technologists and technicians is $39.49 an hour ($82,140 a year). About 5,650 people work in this job there.
That is 3% higher than the U.S. median ($80,110). It is 3% higher than the Illinois median ($79,930).
Pay range for radiologic technologists and technicians in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $28.91 | $60,130 |
| 25% of workers | $32.66 | $67,940 |
| Half of workers (median) | $39.49 | $82,140 |
| 75% of workers | $47.77 | $99,360 |
| 90% of workers | $51.04 | $106,150 |
Radiologic Technologists and Technicians pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (this page) | $82,140 | 5,650 |
| Springfield | $77,800 | 210 |
| Peoria | $76,490 | 310 |
| Kankakee | $75,620 | 70 |
| Rockford | $75,500 | 260 |
| Bloomington | $74,590 | 140 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $66,760 | 210 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for radiologic technologists and technicians
- Typical education to start: Associate's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +5% over ten years, faster than average · about 13,000 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
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| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $48,440 |
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