How much does a diagnostic medical sonographer make in Salem?
$127,700a year
Median yearly pay for diagnostic medical sonographers in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $61.38 an hour or $10,640 a month.
- Hourly
- $61.38
- Vs. national median
- +32%
- Rank among cities
- 14 of 279
- Jobs in the area
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $96,350Median: $127,700Highest 10%: $137,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $96,350 | $46.32 | |
| 25th | $103,000 | $49.52 | |
| Median | $127,700 | $61.38 | |
| 75th | $134,500 | $64.67 | |
| 90th | $137,100 | $65.90 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for diagnostic medical sonographers.
| Portland, OR | $128,400 |
| Bend, OR | $114,500 |
| Eugene, OR | $110,100 |
| Medford, OR | $103,100 |
Related jobs in Salem
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physician | $374,000 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $295,200 |
| Pediatrician | $256,700 |
| Psychiatrist | $239,200 |
| Dentist | $212,300 |
| Pharmacist | $169,200 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $162,600 |
| Physician Assistant | $144,200 |
| Optometrist | $134,600 |
| Registered Nurse | $131,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a diagnostic medical sonographer make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $61.38 ($127,700 a year).
Do diagnostic medical sonographers make more in Salem than the national average?
Yes: $127,700 against $96,590 nationally, 32% more.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $120,200, so Salem pays 6% more.
Where does Salem rank for diagnostic medical sonographer pay?
14 of 279 metro areas with data.
How much does a diagnostic medical sonographer make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $96,350 or less a year; the top 10% make $137,100 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.