Radiologist Assistant Salary
A radiologist is a physician who specializes in imaging techniques. A radiologist assistant works closely with radiologists to administer the tests that patient's physician requires. The medium annual income for radiologist assistant at all levels of experience and certification across the U.S. was $54,340.
2026 Salary Overview
The top 10% of these assistants earned in excess of $76,850 annually, while the bottom 10% earned less than $36,510. The middle percent earned between $44,200 and $65,590 annually. Basically assistants with advanced training earn more than those with lesser training.
Best Prospects
A radiologist's assistant salary can be affected by geographic region; California based assistants earn about $65,920 annually, those in Massachusetts earn a bit higher to about $71,510, while those in West Virginia earn the lowest, about $41,720. General hospitals and surgical hospitals provide the largest employment source for this job; as of May 2010, 129,750 jobs were provided.
Work Environment
Radiologist assistant salary also vary with the type of hospital; those who work in hospital environments earn an average annual wage of $54,810 and those in private physician offices earn about $50,840. There are fewer jobs for radiologists' assistant in scientific research and development services sector. However, those who work in this field earn the highest annual wages of about $65,680.
Employment
Radiologist assistants work primarily in hospitals, imaging centers, and outpatient clinics. They work under the supervision of radiologists to perform diagnostic imaging procedures and help ensure accurate results for patient care.
Salary Trends Over Time
The chart below shows how radiologist assistant salaries have changed over the years, from 2015 to 2026. You can select a specific state to see localized trends or view the national average.
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Salary by State
The following table shows radiologist assistant salary data by state, including the lowest 10%, median, highest 10%, and average salaries.
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