Home / Compare / Radiologic Technologists and Technicians vs. Psychiatrists Salary comparison Radiologic Technologists and Technicians vs. Psychiatrists: Salary Comparison (2026) Radiologic Technologists and Technicianss earn a median salary of $77,660/year, while Psychiatristss earn $192,420/year - a difference of $114,760. Psychiatristss earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.
Radiologic Technologists and Technicians
Psychiatrists
Median salary
$77,660
$192,420
Hourly rate
$37.34/hr
$92.51/hr
Entry level (10th %)
$52,360
$77,780
Senior level (90th %)
$106,990
$0
Education required
Varies
Varies
U.S. employment
223,460
N/A
Job growth (10-year)
N/A
N/A
Category
Healthcare
Healthcare
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS), BEA Regional Price Parities & HUD Fair Market Rents.
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