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Radiologic Technologist in Delaware: Salary, License Requirements, and How to Start

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Delaware employs 650 radiologic technologists, with a statewide median of $84,210 and wide variation by city and experience. Here is the real wage data, the exact Delaware licensing picture, and where to train.

What Radiologic technologists Earn in Delaware (May 2025)

Delaware median pay: $84,210 (May 2025)
Starting range (10th percentile): $61,770
Experienced (75th percentile): $96,190
Top earners (90th percentile): $108,980
Employed in Delaware: 650
U.S. median (for comparison): $77,660 (May 2024)

Wages vary substantially by metro. Median annual pay for radiologic technologists in major Delaware markets:

Philadelphia: $80,190 (4,130 employed)

What That Pay Is Worth in Delaware

Prices in Delaware run right about the national average (cost-of-living index 99.8 vs a U.S. baseline of 100, 2024), so the $84,210 median holds roughly its face value.

Job Outlook in Delaware (2024–2034)

Delaware is projected to grow radiologic technologists employment +14.2%, faster than the +4.3% projected nationally. The state expects about 40 openings a year, counting both growth and workers who retire or move on.

Delaware License and Certification Requirements

No state license; ARRT (Radiography) certification — regulated by the No Delaware state license — ARRT certification is the standard.

Delaware does not require a separate state radiographer license.
Complete a JRCERT-accredited radiography program (typically a 2-year associate).
Pass the ARRT exam and earn the R.T.(R) credential — employers require it.

Official requirements: No Delaware state license — ARRT certification is the standard →

Training in Delaware

Employers require ARRT even without a state license. Community-college radiography programs are the affordable route.

Real training providers and registered apprenticeships in Delaware include:

Delaware Technical Community College-Terry — Associate
University of Delaware — Bachelor's

Where Radiologic technologists Work in Delaware

Real Delaware hospitals that employ radiologic technologists include:

Christianacare — Newark
St Francis Hospital — Wilmington
Bayhealth Medical Center, Kent Campus — Dover
Wilmington VA Medical & Regional Office Center — Wilmington
Delaware Psychiatric Center — New Castle
Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware — Wilmington

Is This the Right Move for You?

Best for: People who want healthcare without becoming a nurse or physician.

Think twice if: You dislike hospitals, patient contact, standing, or precise technical routines.

Why it's resilient: Imaging work uses equipment, patient positioning, safety protocols, and clinical judgment in healthcare settings.

First Steps

Find accredited radiography programs and compare clinical placement requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do radiologic technologists make in Delaware?

The median wage for radiologic technologists in Delaware is $84,210 per year (May 2025, BLS). Entry-level pay (10th percentile) starts around $61,770, and top earners (90th percentile) make about $108,980. Pay varies by metro and years of experience.

What license or certification do you need to become a Radiologic Technologist in Delaware?

No state license; ARRT (Radiography) certification, overseen by the No Delaware state license — ARRT certification is the standard. Delaware does not require a separate state radiographer license.

Is being a Radiologic Technologist a good career in Delaware?

Imaging work uses equipment, patient positioning, safety protocols, and clinical judgment in healthcare settings.

Which Delaware metros pay radiologic technologists the most?

Among Delaware metro areas, Philadelphia leads at $80,190. Local pay tracks regional demand and cost of living, so the highest-paying metro isn't always the best net move.

Where can I train to become a Radiologic Technologist in Delaware?

Real Delaware options include Delaware Technical Community College-Terry, University of Delaware. Most radiologic technologists start with an accredited program, then earn the credential the state or employer requires.

Is Radiologic Technologist a growing career in Delaware?

Delaware projects radiologic technologists employment to change +14.2% from 2024 to 2034, with about 40 openings a year — a growing field in the state.

Sources and Verification

Wage data: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025), Delaware statewide and metro estimates for SOC 29-2034. Licensing summary compiled from the No Delaware state license — ARRT certification is the standard (2026-06-11). Requirements change — always confirm current rules with the board and verify program costs and outcomes before enrolling.

BLS Occupational Outlook · O*NET Delaware wages · Delaware licensing/certification source

Employment projections: Projections Central / BLS Employment Projections (2024–2034); Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities; Employer lists from CMS Provider of Services, the FAA Part 145 directory, EIA Form 860, and USGS/state EMS registries (2026).

Pay percentiles describe current workers, not entry-level offers; training costs and local demand vary, so verify locally before committing money or quitting a job.