Radiologic Technologist and Technician Salary in Arkansas: $75,016 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Arkansas's 21 metropolitan areas, the average median radiologic technologist and technician pay sits at $75,016/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-2034. Because Arkansas sits at BEA RPP 86.9 (13% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $86,325 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Rogers ($78,565), Springdale ($78,509), Fayetteville ($77,300).
The average median salary for radiologic technologists and technicians in Arkansas is projected to be $75,016 in 2026, which is about 11.1% lower than the national median of $84,348. The salary gap between the highest-paying city, Rogers at $82,721, and the lowest, Hot Springs at $62,637, illustrates significant regional disparities. This variation can be attributed to factors such as the cost of living, local healthcare demand, and the presence of healthcare facilities. In Arkansas, radiologic technologists must comply with specific state licensing requirements, which generally mirror national standards but may have unique state-specific examinations. The scope of practice laws in Arkansas allow technologists to perform a range of imaging procedures, with ongoing demand being driven by an aging population and advancements in medical imaging technologies. Currently, there are 1,611 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the state, with a projected annual growth rate of 5.29%, indicating a positive job market outlook. Cities such as Springdale ($82,662), Fayetteville ($81,389), Texarkana ($81,242), and Little Rock ($77,736) show promising salary opportunities, reflecting both the demand for services and the expanding healthcare facilities in these areas.
Arkansas Radiologic Technologist and Technician Salary Range
Overall salary range in Arkansas: $39,736 (lowest entry-level) to $122,190 (highest top earner)
Arkansas vs National Average
Arkansas radiologic technologists and technicians earn 11.06% less than the national median ($-9,332/year difference).
Arkansas Radiologic Technologist and Technician Salary Distribution (2026)
Radiologic Technologist and Technician salaries in Arkansas range from $49,269 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $100,715 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $75,016. The Arkansas median is $9,332 below the US national median of $84,348. The average hourly rate is $36.06/hr. Approximately 1,611 radiologic technologist and technicians are employed across 21 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$48,420
2025 BLS Actual
$71,247
2026 Current Est.
$75,016
2019–2027 Growth
+63.1%
Salary Trajectory for Radiologic Technologists and Technicians in Arkansas (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 5.29% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $48,420 | Actual |
| 2020 | $52,122 | Actual |
| 2021 | $53,640 | Actual |
| 2022 | $53,720 | Actual |
| 2023 | $59,397 | Actual |
| 2024 | $60,658 | Actual |
| 2025 | $71,247 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $75,016 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $78,984 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Arkansas metropolitan area, the median radiologic technologist and technician salary grew 47.1% from $48,420 (2019) to $71,247 (2025). At a 5.29% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $78,984 by 2027 — a total increase of $30,564 (63.12%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Arkansas metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 5.29% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Arkansas
Lowest Paying Cities in Arkansas
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Hot Springs | $62,637 |
| Van Buren | $62,950 |
| Bryant | $64,083 |
| Searcy | $64,567 |
| Jonesboro | $64,890 |
Best Value Cities for Radiologic Technologists and Technicians in Arkansas
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Arkansas cities offer the most purchasing power for radiologic technologists and technicians.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rogers | $82,721 | 86.9 | $95,191 |
| Springdale | $82,662 | 86.9 | $95,123 |
| Texarkana | $81,242 | 86.9 | $93,489 |
| Fayetteville | $81,389 | 91.353 | $89,093 |
| North Little Rock | $76,588 | 86.9 | $88,133 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Arkansas
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $49,269 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $75,016 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $100,715 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Arkansas metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 21 Cities in Arkansas
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rogers | $82,721 |
| 2 | Springdale | $82,662 |
| 3 | Fayetteville | $81,389 |
| 4 | Texarkana | $81,242 |
| 5 | Little Rock | $77,736 |
| 6 | North Little Rock | $76,588 |
| 7 | Conway | $76,085 |
| 8 | Fort Smith | $67,817 |
| 9 | Jacksonville | $67,328 |
| 10 | Bentonville | $66,997 |
| 11 | Benton | $66,438 |
| 12 | Paragould | $66,248 |
| 13 | Pine Bluff | $66,196 |
| 14 | Sherwood | $65,890 |
| 15 | Russellville | $65,543 |
| 16 | Cabot | $65,248 |
| 17 | Jonesboro | $64,890 |
| 18 | Searcy | $64,567 |
| 19 | Bryant | $64,083 |
| 20 | Van Buren | $62,950 |
| 21 | Hot Springs | $62,637 |
More Arkansas Salary Data
Hourly Rates
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Entry Level
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Written by Jordan Lee, RT(R), RT(TM)
Career Analyst
Jordan Lee has over 10 years of experience in radiologic technology. They specialize in mammography and work in an outpatient imaging center.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 5.29% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 radiologic technologist and technician compensation across Arkansas. State averages are employment-weighted across 21 metro areas — larger metro areas with more radiologic technologists and technicianscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.29%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for radiologic technologist and technicians (SOC 29-2034).
Compiled and verified by Jordan Lee, RT(R), RT(TM), a licensed radiologic technologist and technician with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov