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The average salary for a vascular sonographer in the United States is $84,915 per year or approximately $41 per hour. This figure can vary significantly based on various factors, including geographic location, years of experience, and the type of healthcare facility. For example, vascular sonographers in metropolitan areas may earn higher salaries compared to those in rural settings.
In states like California and New York, the demand for vascular sonographers can lead to higher average salaries, often exceeding $90,000. In contrast, states with a lower cost of living may offer salaries closer to the national average. Understanding these regional differences is crucial for job seekers aiming to maximize their earning potential.
Vascular sonographers can find employment in various settings, including hospitals, outpatient clinics, and academic institutions. These roles often come with benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development. As the healthcare industry continues to grow, the demand for skilled vascular sonographers is expected to increase, providing job security and advancement opportunities.
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The highest-paying states for vascular sonographers are California, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. The lowest average vascular sonographer salary states are Missouri, Utah, and South Carolina.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Massachusetts | $108,220 | $52.03 |
| 2 | Connecticut | $104,626 | $50.30 |
| 3 | Maine | $95,969 | $46.14 |
| 4 | Vermont | $104,609 | $50.29 |
| 5 | Washington | $104,026 | $50.01 |
| 6 | Alaska | $98,700 | $47.45 |
| 7 | Rhode Island | $109,610 | $52.70 |
| 8 | New Mexico | $94,899 | $45.62 |
| 9 | Oregon | $103,485 | $49.75 |
| 10 | California | $113,872 | $54.75 |
| 11 | Idaho | $100,304 | $48.22 |
| 12 | Nevada | $98,761 | $47.48 |
| 13 | Delaware | $93,311 | $44.86 |
| 14 | Montana | $93,158 | $44.79 |
| 15 | Pennsylvania | $84,755 | $40.75 |
| 16 | New York | $98,152 | $47.19 |
| 17 | Arkansas | $89,527 | $43.04 |
| 18 | Ohio | $83,217 | $40.01 |
| 19 | Kentucky | $81,546 | $39.20 |
| 20 | Texas | $85,459 | $41.09 |
| 21 | District of Columbia | $101,203 | $48.66 |
| 22 | Nebraska | $79,564 | $38.25 |
| 23 | Mississippi | $83,817 | $40.30 |
| 24 | New Jersey | $93,045 | $44.73 |
| 25 | Illinois | $85,104 | $40.92 |
| 26 | West Virginia | $77,629 | $37.32 |
| 27 | North Carolina | $82,205 | $39.52 |
| 28 | Michigan | $81,482 | $39.17 |
| 29 | Tennessee | $80,432 | $38.67 |
| 30 | Florida | $83,166 | $39.98 |
| 31 | Wisconsin | $77,960 | $37.48 |
| 32 | Georgia | $82,171 | $39.51 |
| 33 | New Hampshire | $74,255 | $35.70 |
| 34 | Arizona | $83,438 | $40.11 |
| 35 | Minnesota | $81,554 | $39.21 |
| 36 | Louisiana | $77,815 | $37.41 |
| 37 | North Dakota | $72,928 | $35.06 |
| 38 | Wyoming | $79,501 | $38.22 |
| 39 | Oklahoma | $80,892 | $38.89 |
| 40 | Indiana | $75,950 | $36.51 |
| 41 | Colorado | $76,784 | $36.92 |
| 42 | Iowa | $73,887 | $35.52 |
| 43 | Kansas | $78,816 | $37.89 |
| 44 | South Dakota | $66,781 | $32.11 |
| 45 | South Carolina | $69,277 | $33.31 |
| 46 | Hawaii | $58,156 | $27.96 |
| 47 | Virginia | $79,990 | $38.46 |
| 48 | Maryland | $81,670 | $39.26 |
| 49 | Missouri | $71,446 | $34.35 |
| 50 | Utah | $71,237 | $34.25 |
| 51 | Alabama | $64,008 | $30.77 |
The highest-paying cities for vascular sonographers are Sacramento, CA, Springfield, MA, and Seattle, WA.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sacramento, CA | $124,172 | $59.70 |
| 2 | Springfield, MA | $109,082 | $52.44 |
| 3 | Seattle, WA | $105,057 | $50.51 |
| 4 | New York, NY | $98,441 | $47.33 |
| 5 | Austin, TX | $86,698 | $41.68 |
| 6 | Glendale, AZ | $83,896 | $40.33 |
| 7 | Orlando, FL | $83,281 | $40.04 |
| 8 | Winston-Salem, NC | $82,361 | $39.60 |
| 9 | Detroit, MI | $82,345 | $39.59 |
| 10 | Baltimore, MD | $82,056 | $39.45 |
| 11 | Springfield, IL | $82,013 | $39.43 |
| 12 | Manassas, VA | $81,921 | $39.39 |
| 13 | Cincinnati, OH | $77,385 | $37.20 |
| 14 | Iowa City, IA | $74,213 | $35.68 |
| 15 | Rochester, NH | $73,502 | $35.34 |
| 16 | Fargo, ND | $73,484 | $35.33 |
| 17 | Saint Louis, MO | $72,061 | $34.64 |
| 18 | Murray, UT | $70,994 | $34.13 |
| 19 | Sioux Falls, SD | $66,930 | $32.18 |
A vascular sonographer's salary ranges from $56,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $127,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $127,000 | $10,583 | $61 |
| 75th Percentile | $105,000 | $8,750 | $50 |
| Average | $84,915 | $7,076 | $41 |
| 25th Percentile | $68,000 | $5,667 | $33 |
| 10th Percentile | $56,000 | $4,667 | $27 |
The highest paying types of vascular sonographers are sonographer, staff sonographer, and diagnostic medical sonographer.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound Technologist | $84,702 | $7,059 | $40.72 | 52,198 |
| Vascular Technician | $79,763 | $6,647 | $38.35 | 20,252 |
| Echocardiographer | $79,111 | $6,593 | $38.03 | 8,100 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographer | $85,607 | $7,134 | $41.16 | 58,800 |
| Ultrasonographer | $79,249 | $6,604 | $38.10 | 13,346 |
| Sonographer | $85,898 | $7,158 | $41.30 | 14,117 |
Top companies hiring vascular sonographers now:
Vascular sonographer salaries at Doctors Community Hospital and Regional Medical Center of San Jose are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average vascular sonographer salary at companies like Matrix Medical Network and Saratoga Hospital are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Doctors Community Hospital | $123,149 | $59.21 |
| 2 | Regional Medical Center of San Jose | $122,761 | $59.02 |
| 3 | Matrix Medical Network | $118,626 | $57.03 |
| 4 | Saratoga Hospital | $117,274 | $56.38 |
| 5 | Queens Health Systems | $116,344 | $55.93 |
| 6 | Stride | $115,273 | $55.42 |
| 7 | Regional Medical Center- Orangeburg | $114,365 | $54.98 |
| 8 | Southwest General | $113,794 | $54.71 |
| 9 | Health Alliance | $113,771 | $54.70 |
| 10 | University of Maryland Medical System | $112,357 | $54.02 |
| 11 | Mount Nittany Medical Center | $112,275 | $53.98 |
| 12 | Bon Secours Community Hospital | $108,489 | $52.16 |
| 13 | St. Luke's Hospital | $107,838 | $51.85 |
| 14 | CovenantHealth | $107,798 | $51.83 |
| 15 | Montage Health | $105,811 | $50.87 |
| 16 | Maxim Healthcare Group | $105,173 | $50.56 |
| 17 | Kootenai Health | $105,003 | $50.48 |
| 18 | Bartlett Regional Hospital | $102,254 | $49.16 |
| 19 | AdventHealth | $101,538 | $48.82 |
| 20 | Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System | $99,044 | $47.62 |
The average vascular sonographer salary has risen by $11,978 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average vascular sonographer earned $72,936 annually, but today, they earn $84,915 a year. That works out to a 9% change in pay for vascular sonographers over the last decade.
Compare vascular sonographer salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare vascular sonographer salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $84,900 | $40.82 | +2.1% |
| 2024 | $83,100 | $39.96 | +2.4% |
| 2023 | $81,100 | $38.99 | +1.5% |
| 2022 | $79,900 | $38.40 | +2.5% |
| 2021 | $77,900 | $37.45 | +1.0% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanford Health | Vascular Sonographer | Fargo, ND | 06/30/2025 | $70,958 |
| Northern Light Health | Vascular Sonographer | Veazie, ME | 06/29/2025 | $61,734 |
| University of Illinois at Chicago | Vascular Sonographer Technologist-Vascular Lab (Nights) | Chicago, IL | 06/28/2025 | $89,887 |
| University of Illinois Medical Center | Vascular Sonographer Technologist-Vascular Lab (Nights) | Chicago, IL | 06/27/2025 | $89,887 |
| Hospital Sisters Health System | Sonographer I-Vascular | OFallon, IL | 06/25/2025 | $67,994 |
| SSM Health | Vascular Sonographer | Saint Louis, MO | 06/25/2025 | $15,000 |
| Saratoga Hospital | Vascular Sonographer | Saratoga Springs, NY | 06/18/2025 | $76,927 |
| Tridentcare | Sonographer-Vascular/Echo | Tampa, FL | 06/16/2025 | $73,045 |
| Tridentusa Health Services | Sonographer-Vascular/Echo | Tampa, FL | 06/13/2025 | $73,045 |
| Leaderstat | Travel Vascular Sonographer | Beverly, MA | 06/13/2025 | $149,840 |
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