Average Radiology Technologist Salary

$32.29/hour

The average salary for a Radiology Technologist in Tennessee is $32.29 per hour. This is 58% lower than the US average of $51.14.

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

Radiology Technologist salaries in Tennessee compared to National Averages

$32.29/hour

Tennessee

58% lower than the US average.

$51.14/hour

United States

What cities in Tennessee pay the most for Radiology Technologists?

Chattanooga, Tennessee pays Radiology Technologists the most, averaging $66 per hour, followed by Nashville, Tennessee ($42) and Lebanon, Tennessee ($40). Chattanooga, Tennessee also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Radiology Technologists is $32 per hour — Chattanooga, Tennessee pays 105% more.

CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Chattanooga, Tennessee$66$100
Nashville, Tennessee$42$61
Lebanon, Tennessee$40$43
Murfreesboro, Tennessee$39$44
Franklin, Tennessee$37$43
Germantown, Tennessee$27$100
Gallatin, Tennessee$27$100
How does the pay for Radiology Technologists in Tennessee compare to nearby states?

Georgia pays Radiology Technologists the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by North Carolina ($47) and Virginia ($40). Georgia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Radiology Technologists is $32 per hour — Georgia pays 73% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Georgia$56$100
North Carolina$47$63
Virginia$40$43
South Carolina$38$42
Ohio$29$37
Pennsylvania$26$35
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Radiology Technologist jobs in Tennessee?

Perm Staff Jobs pays Radiology Technologists the most, averaging $27 per hour, followed by Tenet Memphis ($24). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $27. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Radiology Technologists is $32 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 16% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Perm Staff Jobs$27$27
Tenet Memphis$24$24

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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