TL;DR: A government Radiologic Technologist I earns ₱31,705 a month at Step 1 (Salary Grade 11) under the DBM's third tranche salary schedule, effective January 1, 2026, rising to ₱81,796 for Radiologic Technologist V (SG 22). Private hospitals and clinics pay less at entry: Jobstreet's industry estimate for radtechs in healthcare is ₱21,000 to ₱25,000 a month. Government radtechs in radiation-exposed clinics can also qualify for Magna Carta hazard pay of at least 25% of basic salary. Abroad, the US median for radiologic technologists is $80,110 a year (BLS, May 2025) and NHS radiographers in the UK start on Band 5 (£32,073 to £39,043).
If you are weighing BS Radiologic Technology, the pay question splits into two very different answers. Government radtech pay is fixed by salary grade and published by the DBM, and it starts higher than most private offers. Private hospital and diagnostic center pay is set by each employer and only visible through job-ad data. This guide lays out both, plus what radiographers earn in the US, UK, and UAE, using official schedules where they exist and labeled aggregator data where they don't.
How Much Does a Government Radiologic Technologist Earn?
A government Radiologic Technologist I earns ₱31,705 a month at Step 1, which is Salary Grade 11 in the DBM's Index of Occupational Services (CY 2022 edition). The ladder runs five levels to Radiologic Technologist V at SG 22. Peso values come from DBM National Budget Circular No. 601, which implements the third tranche of Executive Order No. 64, s. 2024, effective January 1, 2026.
| Government Position | Salary Grade | Monthly Pay, Step 1 (2026) | Monthly Pay, Step 8 (2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologic Technologist I | SG 11 | ₱31,705 | ₱33,611 |
| Radiologic Technologist II | SG 15 | ₱42,178 | ₱45,202 |
| Radiologic Technologist III | SG 18 | ₱53,818 | ₱57,842 |
| Radiologic Technologist IV | SG 20 | ₱66,052 | ₱72,671 |
| Radiologic Technologist V | SG 22 | ₱81,796 | ₱90,295 |
Disclaimer: these are basic monthly salaries from DBM NBC No. 601. A fourth and final EO 64 tranche is scheduled for January 1, 2027. Confirm current rates with the hospital's HR office before budgeting.
This is the same SG 11 to SG 22 ladder the DBM uses for Medical Technologists, so our medtech salary guide is a useful side-by-side. On top of basic pay, government radtechs get the ₱2,000 monthly PERA, mid-year and year-end bonuses, and GSIS coverage. Radtechs in provincial, city, or municipal hospitals are paid under their LGU's schedule, which DBM Local Budget Circular No. 172 sets at 70% to 100% of national rates depending on income class, though the sanggunian may adopt full first-class rates for public health workers.
Do Government Radtechs Get Hazard Pay?
They can, and the law names radiation directly. Section 21 of RA 7305, the Magna Carta of Public Health Workers, covers public health workers in hospitals and clinics located in hazardous areas, including "radiation-exposed clinics, laboratories or disease-infested areas." Qualifying workers at SG 19 and below get a hazard allowance of at least 25% of monthly basic salary, which is about ₱7,926 a month for a Radiologic Technologist I at Step 1. Workers at SG 20 and above get 5%.
Eligibility is still determined by the Secretary of Health or the unit head with DOH approval, so it depends on the actual assignment. RA 7305 also provides subsistence allowance for staff required to be on call, longevity pay of 5% of basic pay for every five years of service, and a laundry allowance for those required to wear uniforms. Our salary grade table guide explains how PERA, bonuses, and deductions work on top of these figures.
How Much Do Radtechs Earn in Private Hospitals and Clinics?
Jobstreet data puts private radtech pay in the high teens to mid-₱20,000s a month. Jobstreet's industry estimate for a radiologic technologist in healthcare services is ₱21,000 to ₱25,000 a month (refreshed November 2, 2026). Company-level figures from past job ads can be lower: Jobstreet lists ₱18,000 to ₱19,000 for Emilio Aguinaldo College Medical Center Cavite, for example.
| Setting / Source | Reported Monthly Pay | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Government Radiologic Technologist I (SG 11) | ₱31,705 (Step 1) | Official, DBM NBC 601 |
| Private healthcare, industry estimate | ₱21,000-₱25,000 | Jobstreet, healthcare services industry |
| Private hospital, company estimate (EAC Medical Center Cavite) | ₱18,000-₱19,000 | Jobstreet, past job ads |
Private employers set their own add-ons, such as night differential, overtime, and HMO coverage, so ask for the full package in writing before comparing an offer to the government rate.
Disclaimer: private-sector figures are job-ad estimates from Jobstreet, not an official wage survey. Treat them as directional and confirm any offer directly with the employer.
Government vs Private: Which Pays More for Radtechs?
Government pays more at entry. Radiologic Technologist I's ₱31,705 basic salary, before PERA and any hazard allowance, is above the top of Jobstreet's ₱21,000 to ₱25,000 private estimate. The difference grows if the posting qualifies for the 25% Magna Carta hazard allowance. The catch is availability: you can only be appointed to a plantilla item that is vacant and funded, so a government post is not guaranteed even with a license.
How Much Do Radiologic Technologists Earn Abroad?
Pay abroad is several times higher in absolute terms, but every country requires its own registration or certification before you can work.
| Country | Reported Pay | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| United States (radiologic technologists and technicians) | $80,110/year median (May 2025) | Official, US Bureau of Labor Statistics |
| United States (MRI technologists) | $95,480/year median (May 2025) | Official, US Bureau of Labor Statistics |
| United Kingdom (NHS diagnostic radiographer, Band 5) | £32,073-£39,043/year (2026/27) | Official, NHS Employers pay scales |
| United Arab Emirates (radiologic technologist) | ~AED 71,600/year (about AED 6,000/month) | Indeed UAE, 70 salaries |
NHS Health Careers says diagnostic radiographers typically start on Band 5, and "Diagnostic radiographer" is a title protected by law in the UK through HCPC registration. The UAE figure is an aggregator average from a small sample, so treat it as a rough guide.
Disclaimer: overseas figures are before tax and exclude certification, visa, and relocation costs. Exchange rates move, so convert conservatively.
What Do You Need to Become a Licensed Radtech?
You need a BS Radiologic Technology degree and a passing score on the PRC Radiologic Technologist Licensure Examination under RA 7431, the Radiologic Technology Act of 1992. The degree takes four years, with the final year spent in clinical education, as covered in our BS Radiologic Technology guide. RA 7431 also creates a separate x-ray technologist registration for associate diploma holders, which is not the same license. For exam subjects, passing rules, and recent results, see our RadTech board exam guide.
How to Decide If Radtech Pay Is Worth It
- Aim for government if starting pay matters most. SG 11 beats the private estimate, and radiation-exposed posts can add the Magna Carta hazard allowance.
- Consider specializing. In the US, BLS data shows MRI technologists earn a higher median ($95,480) than general radiologic technologists ($80,110), so advanced modality skills can pay off if you plan to work abroad.
- Compare against medtech before you enroll. Both start at SG 11 in government, so the decision should come down to which work you prefer. See our medtech salary guide.
- Know the license you are getting. A radiologic technologist registration and an x-ray technologist registration are different under RA 7431, and the DBM's position index lists only Radiologic Technologist titles. Confirm an item's qualification standards with the agency before applying.
- Check board exam results by school. Our board exam passing rates by course guide helps you compare programs.
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Sources
- DBM National Budget Circular No. 601, s. 2026: Third Tranche Salary Schedule (official PDF)
- DBM Index of Occupational Services, Occupational Groups, Classes and Salary Grades, CY 2022 Edition, Volume I
- DBM Local Budget Circular No. 172, July 16, 2026: Third Tranche for LGU Personnel
- Republic Act No. 7305, Magna Carta of Public Health Workers (LawPhil)
- Republic Act No. 7431, Radiologic Technology Act of 1992 (LawPhil)
- Jobstreet: Radiologic Technologist salary estimate, healthcare services industry
- Jobstreet: Radiologic Technologist salary at Emilio Aguinaldo College Medical Center Cavite
- US Bureau of Labor Statistics: Radiologic and MRI Technologists, Occupational Outlook Handbook
- NHS Employers: Pay scales for 2026/27
- NHS Health Careers: Diagnostic radiographer
- HCPC: The professions we regulate
- Indeed UAE: Radiologic technologist salary
