Lead Ct Technologist Salary in the United States

How much does a Lead Ct Technologist make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Lead Ct Technologist in the United States is $81,817 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, a Lead Ct Technologist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $95,237
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,318 to $88,841
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,580
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Lead Ct Technologist Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $88,841 $7,403 $1,708 $43
Average $81,817 $6,818 $1,573 $39
25th Percentile $73,318 $6,110 $1,410 $35
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Key Factors That Influence Lead Ct Technologist Salaries

A Lead Ct Technologist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Lead Ct Technologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Ct Technologist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $80,856
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $81,107
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $84,175
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $87,319
  • Expert (over 8 years): $87,544
Levels Salary
Entry Level Lead Ct Technologist$80,856
Intermediate Level Lead Ct Technologist$81,107
Senior Level Lead Ct Technologist$84,175
Specialist Level Lead Ct Technologist$87,319
Expert Level Lead Ct Technologist$87,544
$80,856 0 yr
$81,107 < 2 yrs
$84,175 2-4 yrs
$87,319 5-8 yrs
$87,544 > 8 yrs
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How Do Lead Ct Technologist Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Lead Ct Technologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $90,588.
  • California: $90,244.
  • Massachusetts: $89,041.

Top Paying Cities for Lead Ct Technologists

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $103,196
  • San Francisco: $102,181
  • Oakland: $99,915

What Skills Can Increase a Lead Ct Technologist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Critical Thinking (Mentioned in 3.93% Job Postings): Questioning, analyzing and evaluating various alternatives and situations to draw a rational conclusion independently.
  • Diagnostic Imaging (Mentioned in 5.68% Job Postings): Treating patients living with mental illness on how to identify harmful thought patterns through communication and open dialogue.
  • Quality Control (Mentioned in 3.49% Job Postings): Developing and implementing a set of procedures intended to maintain the quality of a product and reduce any risks or errors.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Critical Thinking 3.93%
Diagnostic Imaging 5.68%
Quality Control 3.49%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Lead Ct Technologist's salary.
  • Safety Standards: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Confidentiality: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
  • Integrity: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Safety Standards
$84,271
3%
Confidentiality
$83,453
2%
Integrity
$83,453
2%
Commitment
$83,453
2%
Effective Communication
$82,635
1%
CPR
$82,635
1%
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How Education impacts a Lead Ct Technologist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Lead Ct Technologists enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Lead Ct Technologist with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $79,604 and $83,824).

Lead Ct Technologist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Lead Ct Technologist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.6%
High School 19.5%
Associates 54.9%
Bachelors 24.0%
Masters 1.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Lead Ct Technologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Ct Technologist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

Salary Trends for Lead Ct Technologist

Salaries for a Lead Ct Technologist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $87,309 in 2023 to around $84,704 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Lead Ct Technologist salary trends, .

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