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

$2,467/week

This is equal to the practicing US average

Last updated on May 21, 2026. Based on 3,361 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

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

$2,467/week

This is equal to the practicing US average

$2,462/week

United States

Where do Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologists get paid the most?
StateAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Arizona$3,005$3,398
Washington$2,818$3,348
South Dakota$2,792$3,285
Wisconsin$2,762$3,300
Pennsylvania$2,746$3,150
California$2,743$4,414
Vermont$2,716$3,456
Colorado$2,704$3,307
Mississippi$2,668$2,755
Minnesota$2,658$3,204
Massachusetts$2,652$3,641
New Hampshire$2,645$3,512
Connecticut$2,612$3,300
Maine$2,591$3,006
Nebraska$2,581$4,507
Texas$2,579$3,994
West Virginia$2,575$3,035
What cities pay the most for Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologists?
CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
San Jose, California$3,494$3,494
Santa Clara, California$3,494$3,494
Stanford, California$3,446$3,446
Palo Alto, California$3,314$4,098
Waterbury, Connecticut$3,300$3,300
Kirkland, Washington$3,273$3,348
Concord, New Hampshire$3,262$3,466
San Francisco, California$3,230$3,230
Newark, New Jersey$3,213$3,213
Lebanon, New Hampshire$3,179$3,512
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologist jobs?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Sawgrass Healthcare (A Datson360 Company)$3,706$3,706
Pulse Healthcare Services$3,625$3,625
Medasource$3,595$3,595
Carenest Health Services$3,536$3,536
Della Infotech Inc$3,520$3,520
Innovent Global$3,500$3,500
Concord Regional Health Staffing$3,474$3,474
Smarter Healthcare Partners$3,400$3,400
Commonwealth Healthcare LLC$3,360$3,360
3B Healthcare Inc.$3,343$3,726

Last updated on May 21, 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.