Average Radiology Technician Salary

$49.59/hour

The average salary for a Radiology Technician in Virginia is $49.59 per hour. This is 9% lower than the US average of $54.28.

Last updated on November 11, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Radiology Technician salaries in Virginia compared to National Averages

$49.59/hour

Virginia

9% lower than the US average.

$54.28/hour

United States

What cities in Virginia pay the most for Radiology Technicians?

Richmond, Virginia pays Radiology Technicians the most, averaging $53 per hour, followed by Alexandria, Virginia ($34) and Reston, Virginia ($34). Alexandria, Virginia has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the Virginia average for Allied Health Professionals is $50 per hour — Richmond, Virginia pays 8% more.

CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Richmond, Virginia$53$76
Alexandria, Virginia$34$100
Reston, Virginia$34$100
Fredericksburg, Virginia$34$100
Woodbridge, Virginia$34$100
How does the pay for Radiology Technicians in Virginia compare to nearby states?

Only North Carolina reports pay data for Radiology Technicians, averaging $26 per hour. North Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $30. For comparison, the Virginia average for Allied Health Professionals is $50 per hour — North Carolina pays 47% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
North Carolina$26$30
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Radiology Technician jobs in Virginia?

Only CoreCivic reports pay data for Radiology Technicians, averaging $34 per hour. For comparison, the Virginia average for Allied Health Professionals is $50 per hour — CoreCivic pays 32% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
CoreCivic$34$34

Last updated on November 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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