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Diagnostic Radiologist Salary in Boston, MA

Detailed compensation breakdown, percentiles, and market demand for Diagnostic Radiologist in Boston, MA.

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Demand: +22% (High Demand)
$581,250
/ year (Median Base Pay)
💵 Hourly Equivalent: $279.45/hr
📊 80% Range: $400,000 – $837,500
📍 Regional Multiplier: +25% vs National Baseline
10th % Entry $400,000
25th % Junior $490,625
50th % Median $581,250
75th % Senior $709,375
90th % Top 10% $837,500
Base Annual Salary $581,250
Target Annual Bonus $69,750
Annual Stock / Equity $127,875
Total Compensation (TC) $778,875
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Salary Progression by Experience Level in Boston, MA

Estimated pay progression across career stages for Diagnostic Radiologist

Entry-Level (0 - 2 yrs)

Junior Diagnostic Radiologist

Recent graduates and early career entrants.

Median Pay
$400,000
Mid-Level (2 - 5 yrs)

Diagnostic Radiologist

Autonomous execution and domain proficiency.

Median Pay
$581,250
Senior (5 - 8 yrs)

Senior Diagnostic Radiologist

System architecture, mentorship, and project leadership.

Median Pay
$709,375
Lead / Principal (8+ yrs)

Staff / Principal

Strategic direction and cross-functional technical decisions.

Median Pay
$837,500

Diagnostic Radiologist Salary in Other US Locations

Compare regional earnings and cost-of-living adjustments

San Francisco, CA

COL Index: 179.5%
$641,700

San Jose, CA

COL Index: 174.2%
$632,400

New York, NY

COL Index: 186%
$623,100

Seattle, WA

COL Index: 148%
$595,200

Hawaii

COL Index: 179%
$595,200

Oakland, CA

COL Index: 155%
$595,200

Boston, MA

COL Index: 149%
$581,250

California

COL Index: 142%
$581,250

Role Profile & Career Requirements

A Diagnostic Radiologist leads technical design, operational execution, and industry best practices in their specialized sector. High demand and strong compensation growth projected through 2026-2032.

Required Education
Bachelor's, Master's, or Industry Professional License
Experience Benchmark
2-6 years
10-Year Projected Growth
+22% (High Demand)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Diagnostic Radiologist make in Boston, MA?

The median annual salary for a Diagnostic Radiologist in Boston, MA is $581,250, with entry-level professionals earning around $400,000 and top 10% senior specialists earning up to $837,500.

What is the average hourly rate for a Diagnostic Radiologist in Boston, MA?

On average, a Diagnostic Radiologist in Boston, MA makes approximately $279.45 per hour based on a standard 2,080-hour work year.

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