Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

Diagnostic medical sonographers earned a median annual income of $84,470 in May 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. The lowest paid 10 percent of this group, which included those just beginning in the field, made approximately $63,680. The highest paid 10 percent, which included those with experience and managerial duties, earned more than $116,300 annually. Fifty percent of diagnostic medical sonographers earned between $75,640 and $100,580. Mean earnings for those who worked in hospitals were $88,650, and those employed in outpatient care centers earned $123,020.

Pay scales vary based on experience, educational level, and type and location of employer, with urban employers offering higher compensation than employers in rural areas and small towns. Beyond base salaries, sonographers can expect to enjoy many fringe benefits, including paid vacation, sick and personal days, and health and dental insurance.