Average Radiology Technologist Salary

$30.47/hour

The average salary for a Radiology Technologist in Illinois is $30.47 per hour. This is 67% lower than the US average of $50.97.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Radiology Technologist salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages

$30.47/hour

Illinois

67% lower than the US average.

$50.97/hour

United States

How does the pay for Radiology Technologists in Illinois compare to nearby states?

Missouri pays Radiology Technologists the most, averaging $44 per hour, followed by Wisconsin ($44) and Kansas ($36). Wisconsin has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $69. For comparison, the Illinois average for Radiology Technologists is $30 per hour — Missouri pays 44% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Missouri$44$51
Wisconsin$44$69
Kansas$36$37
Michigan$34$39
Minnesota$33$45
Ohio$29$37
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Radiology Technologist jobs in Illinois?

Medical Solutions Direct Hire pays Radiology Technologists the most, averaging $31 per hour, followed by Patterns Hiring - Perm ($31) and BJC HealthCare ($31). BJC HealthCare has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $34. For comparison, the Illinois average for Radiology Technologists is $30 per hour — Medical Solutions Direct Hire pays 3% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Medical Solutions Direct Hire$31$31
Patterns Hiring - Perm$31$31
BJC HealthCare$31$34

Last updated on November 10, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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