Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologist Salary Guide

There’s a growing demand for sonographers, also known as ultrasound techs, in the United States. This job may be right for you if you’re looking for a career that blends medicine, technology, and public service. Learn facts about becoming a sonographer/ultrasound tech, average sonographer salary, ways to boost your income, and more in this guide.

Average Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologist Salary

$2,453/week

The average salary for a Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologist is $2,453 per week. This is 3% lower than the practicing US average of $2,525.

Last updated on October 5, 2026. Based on 3,232 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Salaries for Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologist compared to Allied Health Professional National Averages

$2,453/week

3% lower than the practicing US average.

$2,525/week

United States

Where do Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologists get paid the most?

Alaska pays Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologists the most, averaging $2,939 per week, followed by South Dakota ($2,830) and Connecticut ($2,824). Vermont has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,856. For comparison, the national average for Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologists is $2,453 per week — Alaska pays 20% more.

StateAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Alaska$2,939$3,128
South Dakota$2,830$3,446
Connecticut$2,824$3,165
Nebraska$2,755$3,287
New Hampshire$2,701$3,696
New York$2,698$3,536
Oklahoma$2,697$3,087
West Virginia$2,668$2,866
Washington$2,668$3,480
Vermont$2,647$3,856
Minnesota$2,617$3,039
California$2,586$3,800
Montana$2,577$3,280
Hawaii$2,555$3,505
Oregon$2,544$3,371
New Jersey$2,529$2,923
Arizona$2,522$3,213
Arkansas$2,509$3,029
What cities pay the most for Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologists?

South San Francisco, California pays Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologists the most, averaging $3,585 per week, followed by New Rochelle, New York ($3,536) and Madera, California ($3,512). Burlington, Vermont has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,856. For comparison, the national average for Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologists is $2,453 per week — South San Francisco, California pays 46% more.

CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
South San Francisco, California$3,585$3,585
New Rochelle, New York$3,536$3,536
Madera, California$3,512$3,800
Somerville, Massachusetts$3,426$3,426
Palo Alto, California$3,390$3,390
Stockton, California$3,388$3,617
Aurora, Colorado$3,367$3,367
Burlington, Vermont$3,196$3,856
Manhattan, New York$3,128$3,128
Everett, Massachusetts$3,048$3,340
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologist jobs?

Lumbee Group pays Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologists the most, averaging $3,446 per week, followed by Noor Inc. ($3,430) and Preferred Healthcare Staffing ($3,248). Cuready Healthcare Staffing has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,511. For comparison, the national average for Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologists is $2,453 per week — Lumbee Group pays 40% more.

Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Lumbee Group$3,446$3,446
Noor Inc.$3,430$3,430
Preferred Healthcare Staffing$3,248$3,248
DT-Healthcare Staffing$3,246$3,246
Cuready Healthcare Staffing$3,234$3,511
Alliance Medical Staffing$3,200$3,200
Enterprise Solutions, Inc.$3,180$3,180
United Staffing Solutions$3,126$3,126
Healthworks Inc$3,119$3,359
Staffmax Healthcare$3,054$3,323

Last updated on October 5, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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How Can You Increase Your Pay as a Sonographer?

Several factors come into play when it comes to boosting your salary as a sonographer.

Job Location: Location isn’t just the state where you’re working. Your demographic area
matters, as well. Typically, the closer you are to an urban or metropolitan area, the higher your pay.

Experience and Education: Another way to boost your income potential is to gain experience and continue your education. You can also earn one of several professional certifications through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or your Sonography RT credential through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and join professional associations like the Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (SDMS).

Work Setting: Traveling sonographer jobs also pay well. Traveling ultrasound techs earned $2,616 per week in August 2022 on Vivian or about $136,032 annually.

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Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologist FAQs

What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Ultrasound Technologist?

Earning your Breast Sonography RT (BS-ARRT) often increases your salary potential as a ultrasound technologist or makes you eligible for another position with greater responsibilities, which also might include a bump in wages.

Can having a Breast Sonography RT (BS-ARRT) boost my salary as a Ultrasound Technologist?

Yes, having a Breast Sonography RT (BS-ARRT) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a ultrasound technologist.

Where can I learn more about working as a Travel Ultrasound Tech?

Take a look at Vivian's Travel Ultrasound Tech Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.