How Much Does a Rad Tech Make in Ohio in 2026?

A typical Radiologic Technologist in Ohio earns about $37.65 per hour, or $78,320 per year, according to the latest government wage data (May 2025). Calculated from that annual figure, pay works out to roughly $6,527 a month and $1,506 a week. Those numbers describe typical pay across the state, before accounting for city or setting differences.

Ohio's typical pay sits 2% below the national figure of $80,110 a year, according to the same May 2025 data. That gap places Ohio 28th among 51 states and D.C. for Rad Tech pay. About 9,570 Rad Techs work in Ohio, compared with 230,490 nationwide, so the state's pay figure reflects a sizable workforce rather than a handful of outlier jobs.

Entry-level positions in Ohio typically offer around $29.02 an hour, or about $60,360 a year, for Rad Techs just starting out. Pay in this range often applies to the first year or two on the job, especially in smaller facilities or outpatient settings. Most Rad Techs see pay move toward the state's typical figure of $78,320 within a few years of steady experience.

Experienced Rad Techs in Ohio often earn upwards of $39.63 an hour, and the top 10% of earners make over $47.33 an hour, or $98,450 a year. That leaves a spread of $38,090 between entry-level and top-tier pay in the state. Setting, years on the job, and city all play into where an individual technologist lands within that range.

Ohio's typical Rad Tech pay has risen from $58,150 in 2019 to $78,320 in 2025, a gain of $20,170. That amounts to about a 35% increase over the six-year period covered by the data. The rise has been steady each year, with the biggest jumps coming in 2023 and 2024.

Nationally, Rad Tech pay rose 32% over the same period, so Ohio's climb has kept pace with the broader trend rather than falling behind. For someone starting out now, that history shows pay in this field has moved up consistently in Ohio. It offers no guarantee about future gains, but it does show a steady direction.

Pay runs highest in Columbus, where Rad Techs typically earn $80,200 a year, about 2% above the state figure. Cincinnati and Toledo follow closely, with typical pay of $79,270 and $79,080 a year. These figures cover each city's full metro area, not just the city center.

Pay is lowest in Warren, where Rad Techs typically earn $73,950 a year, putting the spread between Ohio's highest- and lowest-paying cities at $6,250. Cleveland employs the most Rad Techs in the state, with about 1,990 working there at a typical pay of $78,720 a year. Cities with higher pay often carry higher living costs, so the gap doesn't always translate into more spending power.

Ohio's typical Rad Tech pay tops most of its neighbors. Indiana runs 1% lower at $77,640 a year, and Michigan sits 2% lower at $76,420. Pennsylvania and West Virginia trail further behind, at $76,050 and $74,150, while Kentucky pays the least among Ohio's neighbors at $69,670, about 11% below Ohio. Rad Tech licensure earned in one state can often be transferred or endorsed into a neighboring state, which can widen job options near state lines.

Rad Techs in Ohio typically earn $78,320 a year, or $37.65 an hour, a figure that has climbed about 35% since 2019. Pay runs slightly below the national figure, though cities like Columbus and Cleveland post the strongest local numbers in the state. Readers weighing a move into the field can check Ohio's licensing and registry requirements through the state radiologic technology board, and compare city-level pay on the individual city pages linked above.