Medical Dosimetrists Salary in the United States
Median annual wage: $147,470 · Median hourly: $70.90 · Employment: 3,410
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $111,670 | $53.69 |
| 25th | $132,080 | $63.50 |
| Median | $147,470 | $70.90 |
| 75th | $167,030 | $80.31 |
| 90th | $185,450 | $89.16 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 29-2036
- Total U.S. employment: 3,410
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
How to interpret these figures
Pay spans a wide range: workers at the 10th percentile earn about $111,670, while those at the 90th percentile earn about $185,450 — a 1.7x gap between entry-level and top earners.
With approximately 3,410 medical dosimetrists employed, this is a modest occupation in the labor market.
Medical Dosimetrists Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $142,090 | $68.31 | -3.6% | 40 |
| Arkansas | $138,260 | $66.47 | -6.2% | 30 |
| California | $140,380 | $67.49 | -4.8% | 240 |
| Florida | $153,490 | $73.79 | +4.1% | 320 |
| Georgia | $155,390 | $74.71 | +5.4% | 140 |
| Illinois | $163,860 | $78.78 | +11.1% | 140 |
| Indiana | $144,320 | $69.39 | -2.1% | 60 |
| Kansas | $150,670 | $72.44 | +2.2% | 40 |
| Maryland | $147,470 | $70.90 | 0.0% | 40 |
| Massachusetts | $140,990 | $67.78 | -4.4% | 60 |
| Michigan | $137,970 | $66.33 | -6.4% | 130 |
| Mississippi | $115,490 | $55.53 | -21.7% | 40 |
| Missouri | $129,610 | $62.31 | -12.1% | 80 |
| New Jersey | $170,650 | $82.04 | +15.7% | 90 |
| New York | $166,540 | $80.07 | +12.9% | 300 |
| North Carolina | $147,830 | $71.07 | +0.2% | 140 |
| Ohio | $150,900 | $72.55 | +2.3% | 0 |
| Oklahoma | $143,120 | $68.81 | -2.9% | 30 |
| Oregon | $183,990 | $88.46 | +24.8% | 40 |
| Pennsylvania | $142,850 | $68.68 | -3.1% | 160 |
| South Carolina | $140,530 | $67.56 | -4.7% | 60 |
| Tennessee | $135,530 | $65.16 | -8.1% | 60 |
| Texas | $134,680 | $64.75 | -8.7% | 330 |
| Virginia | $142,830 | $68.67 | -3.1% | 90 |
| Washington | $189,280 | $91.00 | +28.4% | 60 |
| West Virginia | $45,350 | $21.81 | -69.2% | 60 |
| Wisconsin | $142,300 | $68.42 | -3.5% | 80 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for medical dosimetrists?
The median annual wage for medical dosimetrists is $147,470 ($70.90 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2024.
Which state pays medical dosimetrists the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many medical dosimetrists are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 3,410 medical dosimetrists employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do medical dosimetrists make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $70.90. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.