Diagnostic Medical Sonographers Salary (2025)
Based on 90,160 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $67,820 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $80,430 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $96,590 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $106,930 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $129,370 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$68K
25th
$80K
Median
$97K
75th
$107K
90th
$129K
Highest Paying States for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $126,610 |
| Hawaii | $118,090 |
| Oregon | $115,390 |
| Washington | $115,060 |
| District of Columbia | $114,040 |
| Massachusetts | $113,410 |
| Colorado | $108,310 |
| New Hampshire | $107,460 |
| Vermont | $106,860 |
| Alaska | $106,180 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $126,610 per year, while Alaska has an average of $106,180 — a difference of $20,430. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 90,160 workers were employed as Diagnostic Medical Sonographerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations. The annual mean wage of $97,240 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 29-2032