How much does a radiation therapist make?

The average radiation therapist salary in the United States is $84,981. Radiation therapist salaries typically range between $63,000 and $113,000 yearly. The average hourly rate for radiation therapists is $40.86 per hour. Radiation therapist salary is impacted by location, education, and experience. Radiation therapists earn the highest average salary in Mississippi.

Radiation therapist salary

Q: What state pays Radiation Therapists the most?

Mississippi pays Radiation Therapists the most in the United States, with an average salary of $130,376 per year, or $62.68 per hour.

Q: How do I know if I'm being paid fairly as a radiation therapist?

You know if you are being paid fairly as a radiation therapist if your pay is close to the average pay for the state you live in. For example, if you live in California you should be paid close to $123,879 per year.

Q: Do radiation therapists make good money?

Yes, radiation therapists make good money. The average salary for radiation therapists in the United States is around $85,000 per year. Salaries typically start from $59,000 and go up to $130,000.

Q: How many years does it take to become a radiation therapist?

It takes two to four years to become a radiation therapist. Becoming a radiation therapist takes between two and four years to obtain your desired degree. An associate's degree takes two years to complete, and a bachelor's of science in radiation therapy takes four years to complete.

Q: Is becoming a radiation therapist worth it?

Yes, becoming a radiation therapist is worth pursuing. Radiation therapists are in high demand, are paid well, and provide a service that actively helps many people. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, radiation therapy employment is expected to grow 9% by 2028, faster than average employment growth. This means that radiation therapists are in high demand across the United States.

Q: Is being a radiation therapist a good job?

Yes, being a radiation therapist is a good job. Radiation therapists are in high demand, are paid well, and provide a service that actively helps many people. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, radiation therapy employment is expected to grow 9% by 2028, faster than average employment growth. This means that radiation therapists are in high demand across the United States.

Average radiation therapist salary

$84,981

$40.86 hourly rate

Entry-level radiation therapist salary

$63,000 yearly salary

Updated December 15, 2025

Radiation Therapist Salary Overview

As of October 2025, the average salary for a Radiation Therapist is $84,981 annually. This figure reflects the median earnings across various states and experience levels. In addition to base salary, radiation therapists may receive benefits that enhance their overall compensation package.

Salary Variations

Salary levels can vary significantly based on geographic location, years of experience, and the healthcare setting. For instance, therapists in metropolitan areas often earn more due to higher demand and cost of living adjustments.

Top Paying States

California: Known for competitive salaries and numerous job opportunities.
Texas: Offers robust healthcare systems and diverse job roles.
New York: High demand for skilled therapists within its extensive healthcare facilities.

Radiation therapists are essential in oncology, working closely with patients to administer treatments. As the field evolves, continued education and specialization can further increase earning potential. For those considering a career in radiation therapy, understanding salary trends and job opportunities is critical for making informed decisions.

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Cedars-Sinai$121,777

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Radiation therapist salary estimates from across the web

Based on the latest salary information compiled by Zippia, Glassdoor, Comparably and CareerExplorer, the average salary for a radiation therapist typically falls between $61,030 and $119,541.

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$84,981yearly

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Average radiation therapist salary by state

The highest-paying states for radiation therapists are Mississippi, California, and Utah. The lowest average radiation therapist salary states are Minnesota, Arizona, and Vermont.

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Highest paying states for radiation therapists

Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
1	North Dakota	$118,935	$57.18
2	Nebraska	$118,746	$57.09
3	Missouri	$121,228	$58.28
4	California	$123,879	$59.56
5	Indiana	$96,565	$46.43
6	Pennsylvania	$108,529	$52.18
7	Mississippi	$130,376	$62.68
8	Utah	$121,237	$58.29
9	New York	$102,947	$49.49
10	Maine	$92,060	$44.26
11	Washington	$96,570	$46.43
12	Kentucky	$91,995	$44.23
13	Texas	$87,631	$42.13
14	Alaska	$119,407	$57.41
15	Wisconsin	$94,886	$45.62
16	Idaho	$94,194	$45.29
17	Oregon	$95,733	$46.03
18	Illinois	$89,685	$43.12
19	Arkansas	$84,325	$40.54
20	West Virginia	$93,712	$45.05
21	Ohio	$82,041	$39.44
22	Louisiana	$86,771	$41.72
23	Colorado	$84,800	$40.77
24	New Mexico	$86,255	$41.47
25	Georgia	$80,994	$38.94
26	Michigan	$83,387	$40.09
27	Montana	$78,244	$37.62
28	Tennessee	$78,872	$37.92
29	Oklahoma	$78,406	$37.70
30	South Carolina	$85,198	$40.96
31	Maryland	$84,869	$40.80
32	North Carolina	$80,374	$38.64
33	Alabama	$80,267	$38.59
34	Florida	$83,974	$40.37
35	Kansas	$76,016	$36.55
36	Nevada	$79,525	$38.23
37	Delaware	$80,359	$38.63
38	South Dakota	$77,522	$37.27
39	District of Columbia	$80,420	$38.66
40	Rhode Island	$78,637	$37.81
41	Connecticut	$79,126	$38.04
42	New Jersey	$64,451	$30.99
43	Massachusetts	$77,814	$37.41
44	Iowa	$60,064	$28.88
45	Minnesota	$73,990	$35.57
46	Virginia	$74,945	$36.03
47	Hawaii	$77,469	$37.24
48	New Hampshire	$76,378	$36.72
49	Wyoming	$72,593	$34.90
50	Arizona	$73,785	$35.47
51	Vermont	$73,122	$35.15

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Highest paying cities for radiation therapists

The highest-paying cities for radiation therapists are Los Angeles, CA, Fargo, ND, and Pittsburgh, PA.

Rank	City	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
1	Los Angeles, CA	$123,960	$59.60
2	Fargo, ND	$119,107	$57.26
3	Pittsburgh, PA	$107,071	$51.48
4	New York, NY	$103,351	$49.69
5	Grants Pass, OR	$98,084	$47.16
6	Bellingham, WA	$96,902	$46.59
7	Portland, ME	$93,104	$44.76
8	Chicago, IL	$89,807	$43.18
9	Houston, TX	$88,488	$42.54
10	Albuquerque, NM	$86,097	$41.39
11	Hot Springs, AR	$85,645	$41.18
12	Baltimore, MD	$84,884	$40.81
13	Englewood, CO	$84,716	$40.73
14	Gainesville, FL	$83,568	$40.18
15	Raleigh, NC	$80,798	$38.85
16	Washington, DC	$80,399	$38.65
17	Birmingham, AL	$79,714	$38.32
18	New Haven, CT	$79,266	$38.11
19	Pittsfield, MA	$77,796	$37.40
20	Charlottesville, VA	$74,390	$35.76

Radiation therapist salary details

A radiation therapist's salary ranges from $63,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $113,000 at the 90th percentile.

Average radiation therapist salary graph, trends, and summary

What is a radiation therapist's salary?

Percentile	Annual salary	Monthly salary	Hourly rate
90th Percentile	$113,000	$9,417	$54
75th Percentile	$98,000	$8,167	$47
Average	$84,981	$7,082	$41
25th Percentile	$73,000	$6,083	$35
10th Percentile	$63,000	$5,250	$30

Highest paying radiation therapist jobs

The highest paying types of radiation therapists are medical radiation dosimetrist, medical dosimetrist, and dosimetrist.

Job title	Annual salary	Monthly salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
X-Ray Technician	$51,642	$4,304	$24.83	60,780
Mammography Technician	$64,362	$5,363	$30.94	52,998
Dosimetrist	$110,837	$9,236	$53.29	3,298
Medical Dosimetrist	$116,829	$9,736	$56.17	47,581
Therapist	$55,943	$4,662	$26.90	159,770
Radiation Therapy Technician	$61,960	$5,163	$29.79	34,724

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Which companies pay radiation therapists the most?

Radiation therapist salaries at Cedars-Sinai and University of Maryland Medical System are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average radiation therapist salary at companies like St. Joseph's Health and GradyHealth are highly competitive.

Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate
1	Cedars-Sinai	$121,777	$58.55
2	University of Maryland Medical System	$116,729	$56.12
3	St. Joseph's Health	$113,179	$54.41
4	GradyHealth	$113,083	$54.37
5	Cleveland Clinic	$111,603	$53.66
6	St. Joseph Healthcare	$109,495	$52.64
7	Park Nicollet Medical Center Inc	$102,888	$49.47
8	West Tennessee Healthcare	$99,533	$47.85
9	One Brooklyn Health	$98,181	$47.20
10	Careerstaff Unlimited - A Genesis Healthcare Company	$98,013	$47.12
11	Favorite Healthcare Staffing	$97,507	$46.88
12	Children's Hospital Los Angeles	$96,603	$46.44
13	Ohio State University Medical Center	$95,182	$45.76
14	Moffitt Cancer Center	$95,010	$45.68
15	Lancaster General Health	$94,878	$45.61
16	Sutter Health	$94,283	$45.33
17	Presbyterian	$93,536	$44.97
18	Baptist Health	$92,277	$44.36
19	Trinitas Regional Medical Center	$91,534	$44.01
20	Baptist Health Home Care	$91,230	$43.86

Wage gap by gender, race and education

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Radiation therapist salary trends

The average radiation therapist salary has risen by $10,000 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average radiation therapist earned $74,981 annually, but today, they earn $84,981 a year. That works out to a 8% change in pay for radiation therapists over the last decade.

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Average radiation therapist salary over time

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Radiation therapist salary by year

Year	Avg. salary	Hourly rate	% Change
2025	$85,000	$40.86	+1.5%
2024	$83,700	$40.25	+3.8%
2023	$80,600	$38.73	+2.1%
2022	$78,800	$37.90	+0.5%
2021	$78,400	$37.71	-0.1%

Recently added radiation therapist salaries

Company	Job	Location	Date added	Salary
Cedars-Sinai	Per Diem Radiation Therapist-Tarzana, CA-Day Shift	Los Angeles, CA	06/30/2025	$112,740
Sanford Health	Radiation Therapist-Bemidji Clinic	Bemidji, MN	06/30/2025	$76,176
Sutterhealth	Radiation Therapist II	Sacramento, CA	06/30/2025	$128,121
ATC Healthcare	Radiology/Cardiology-Radiation Therapist	Jackson, TN	06/29/2025	$104,350
Memorialcare	Radiation Therapist	Long Beach, CA	06/29/2025	$121,046
Memorial Care Health System	Radiation Therapist	Long Beach, CA	06/29/2025	$121,046
Healthcare Recruitment Counselors	Radiation Therapist	Portland, OR	06/29/2025	$135,655
Essentia Health	Radiation Therapist	Duluth, MN	06/28/2025	$74,610
Essentia Health	Radiation Therapist	Ashland, WI	06/28/2025	$70,061
Northwestern Medicine	Radiation Therapist Radiation Oncology Days	Warrenville, IL	06/28/2025	$89,824

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