Massachusetts$2,177/wk
2-BR rent $2,495Pay after rent/mo $6,939Cost of living 105.8State tax 5.0% flat + 4% surtax (top 9.0%)
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Travel Ultrasound Tech Salary
Median weekly · Ultrasound Tech
$2,238
Across 65 live contracts nationwide
Current weekly range
$1,597–$3,552
Where most open contracts land
Highest-paying state
California
$2,567/wk median rate
Travel ultrasound tech salary can vary with the type of exams you perform, the setting, shift, call schedule and location. Sonography is hands-on, so facilities may look closely at the exam experience a traveler can bring and how independently they can work. Across currently open Advantis Medical Ultrasound Tech contracts, median weekly pay is $2,238, with rates from $1,597 to $3,552. Use the live data below to compare travel sonographer salary ranges, see how pay differs by state, factor in housing costs, understand what can change a weekly package and browse the highest-paying ultrasound assignments currently open with Advantis.
A Live Look at Ultrasound Tech Pay
Travel ultrasound tech salary can vary depending on the setting, shift, exam mix and coverage a facility needs. This chart shows the current weekly pay range across open Advantis Ultrasound Tech contracts, from the lower end of the market through the median and highest rates. Start with the national view, then select a state to see how current pay compares in the market you’re considering.
Across all open contracts
<$1.9k
$1.9–2.2k
$2.2–2.6k
$2.6–2.9k
$2.9–3.2k
$3.2k+
$2,238
Median weekly
$1,597–$3,552
Current range
Share of open Advantis the U.S. contracts by weekly-pay band.
See How Weekly Sonographer Pay Adds Up Over a Year
Travelers usually see pay by the week, while staff sonographer wages are typically reported annually. Enter a weekly ultrasound rate and choose a state to estimate what that contract pay could look like across a working year. You can then compare it with the staff wage benchmark for the same state before considering housing, benefits, time between assignments and other differences between travel and permanent roles.
Estimated travel Ultrasound Tech gross over 48 weeks
$107,424
$2,238×48 weeks=$107,424
Select a state to compare the estimated travel total with the median annual staff Ultrasound Tech wage and see current contracts in that state.
Ultrasound Tech staff pay in
Median annual wage, all experience levels
Estimated gross difference
Travel pay is structured differently. For eligible travelers, housing and meal stipends may not be treated as taxable wages. Depending on the package and individual tax circumstances, a lower gross amount could still result in higher take-home pay.
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Live weekly rates for Ultrasound Tech assignments currently accepting interest.
See all jobs inTravel earnings are estimated using the selected weekly rate multiplied by 48 worked weeks, leaving time for breaks between assignments. Staff figures use the approved BLS OEWS May 2025 median annual wage for Ultrasound Tech professionals in the selected state.
This is a gross-pay comparison only. It does not include taxes, benefits, housing, travel costs, unpaid time or other expenses. Results are estimates for general comparison and are not job offers, guaranteed earnings or take-home-pay calculations.
Where Travel Sonographer Salary Is Highest Right Now
Ultrasound staffing needs can look very different from one market to another, especially when facilities need call coverage, weekend help or experience with a specific mix of exams. These states currently have the highest median weekly pay across open Advantis ultrasound contracts. Because those needs can open and fill quickly, the ranking changes with the jobs available rather than following a fixed list of high-paying states.
StateMedian weekly pay
- 1 California $2,567/wk
- 2 Nevada$2,513/wk
- 3 Colorado$2,475/wk
- 4 Kentucky$2,349/wk
- 5 North Carolina $2,337/wk
- 6 New Hampshire $2,315/wk
- 7 Washington $2,219/wk
Top jobs in these states
California
Nevada
Colorado
Kentucky
North Carolina
New Hampshire
Median weekly contract value and open-job counts from open Advantis contracts.
Compare Ultrasound Pay With Housing Costs by State
A traveling ultrasound tech salary goes further in some markets than others. This table brings weekly ultrasound pay and estimated rent into the same view so you can see what may remain after one of a traveler’s biggest expenses. Use it to compare states with strong rates against markets where housing may be more affordable instead of choosing a destination based on weekly pay alone.
| State | Median pay/wk | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $2,177/wk | $2,495 | $6,939 | 105.8 | 5.0% flat + 4% surtax (top 9.0%) |
| California | $2,567/wk | $2,674 | $8,450 | 110.7 | up to 13.3% (graduated) |
| Colorado | $2,475/wk | $1,866 | $8,857 | 103.1 | 4.4% flat |
| Kentucky | $2,349/wk | $1,105 | $9,074 | 90.2 | 3.5% flat |
| North Carolina | $2,337/wk | $1,389 | $8,738 | 94.3 | 3.99% flat |
| New Hampshire | $2,315/wk | $2,038 | $7,992 | 104.2 | No |
| Iowa | $2,176/wk | $1,097 | $8,332 | 87.8 | 3.8% flat |
| Florida | $1,893/wk | $1,933 | $6,270 | 103.4 | No |
California$2,567/wk
2-BR rent $2,674Pay after rent/mo $8,450Cost of living 110.7State tax up to 13.3% (graduated)
Colorado$2,475/wk
2-BR rent $1,866Pay after rent/mo $8,857Cost of living 103.1State tax 4.4% flat
Kentucky$2,349/wk
2-BR rent $1,105Pay after rent/mo $9,074Cost of living 90.2State tax 3.5% flat
North Carolina$2,337/wk
2-BR rent $1,389Pay after rent/mo $8,738Cost of living 94.3State tax 3.99% flat
New Hampshire$2,315/wk
2-BR rent $2,038Pay after rent/mo $7,992Cost of living 104.2State tax No
Iowa$2,176/wk
2-BR rent $1,097Pay after rent/mo $8,332Cost of living 87.8State tax 3.8% flat
Florida$1,893/wk
2-BR rent $1,933Pay after rent/mo $6,270Cost of living 103.4State tax No
About these numbers: each ultrasound tech figure is the median weekly rate on eligible open Advantis contracts, used instead of an average so a few unusually high postings do not skew it. The 2-BR rent is an Advantis statewide comparison benchmark built from HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent areas; it is not an official statewide HUD figure, an average traveler rent, or a prediction of what you will pay. Pay after rent is median weekly pay × 52 ÷ 12 minus that rent benchmark, before taxes and every other expense; it is not take-home pay. Cost of living is the BEA Regional Price Parity for all items, where the U.S. average equals 100. Tax figures are 2026 individual income-tax rates and are not tax advice.
How Stipends Fit Into Ultrasound Travel Pay
Your weekly ultrasound package includes taxable hourly wages along with housing and meal stipends that may be non-taxable for eligible travelers. How much falls into each part can differ between contracts, so similar gross weekly rates may be structured differently. The example below shows how wages and stipends can come together within one travel pay package.
Example Travel Pay Package Breakdown
Hourly wageTaxed$1,120
Housing stipendUntaxed$1,180
Meal stipendUntaxed$400
Weekly package$2,700
Income tax comes off $1,120, not $2,700. In this illustration, that is about $470 a week you keep that you otherwise would not.
When these conditions are not met, stipends are generally treated as taxable wages, so the same gross contract amount can leave less after taxes. Individual outcomes depend on facts and circumstances. Read more in our guide to how a tax home works.
Illustration only. The example assumes a 22% federal income-tax rate and 7.65% in payroll taxes on the wage portion. State taxes and individual circumstances may change the result. GSA publishes federal per-diem rates for lodging, meals and incidental expenses by location. Whether a stipend is untaxed depends on the traveler’s own circumstances. This is general information, not tax advice or a job offer.
Ultrasound Tech Assignments Paying the Most Right Now
These open Advantis ultrasound assignments are currently offering the strongest weekly rates.
What Can Change a Travel Ultrasound Technician Salary?
Ultrasound pay can depend heavily on what a facility needs you to scan and how much support will be available once you arrive. Facilities may also look for experience with specific patient populations or exam types based on the department’s needs. Because sonographers capture and adjust images in real time, facilities often need travelers who can work confidently and produce diagnostic-quality studies without a long ramp-up period. Location matters too. Higher-cost markets may have higher housing and meal stipend amounts for eligible travelers, which can influence how the weekly package is structured.
Ultrasound Travel Pay Questions, Answered
How much do travel ultrasound techs make?
Across currently open Advantis Ultrasound Tech contracts, median weekly pay is $2,238, with rates ranging from $1,597 to $3,552. These figures change as assignments are added and filled, so use them as a current snapshot of the market. Review individual jobs for the exact location, shift, requirements and pay package.
What affects a travel ultrasound tech salary?
A travel ultrasound tech salary can vary based on location, facility type, shift, call requirements, patient volume and the types of exams a department needs covered. Facilities may also look for travelers who can work independently or bring experience with specific patient populations and sonography specialties.
Why can a travel sonographer salary differ between two similar jobs?
Two ultrasound jobs may have similar schedules but very different day-to-day expectations. One may be mostly scheduled outpatient exams, while another includes inpatient studies, emergency add-ons, portable exams or call. The department’s staffing needs, required experience and local market can all affect the travel sonographer salary.
Does exam experience affect a travel ultrasound technician salary?
It can affect which assignments you qualify for. Facilities may need experience with abdominal, OB/GYN, small-parts or other ultrasound exams depending on the role. Having the experience and credentials listed for a job can give you access to more opportunities, but it does not automatically guarantee a higher weekly rate.
Why can a traveling ultrasound tech salary change by location?
Facilities in different markets have different staffing needs, and the local cost of living can also influence how a travel package is structured. Higher-cost areas may have higher allowable housing and meal stipend amounts for eligible travelers. Compare the full weekly package with local housing expenses when evaluating a traveling ultrasound tech salary.
What should I look for in a traveling sonographer salary package?
Start with the gross weekly rate, then look at the taxable wage, available stipends, guaranteed hours, overtime and any assignment-specific reimbursements. Housing costs, the shift, call expectations and time between contracts can also affect how far a traveling sonographer salary goes.
Do ARDMS credentials matter for travel ultrasound jobs?
Many ultrasound assignments require or prefer credentials through ARDMS, although the exact registry and specialty requirements vary by facility and job. Review each posting carefully to make sure your credentials match the exams you will be expected to perform. Your recruiter can also help confirm the facility’s requirements before submission.
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