Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Salary in New York: $109,581 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across New York's 39 metropolitan areas, the average median diagnostic medical sonographer pay sits at $109,581/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-2032. Because New York sits at BEA RPP 115.9 (16% above the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $94,548 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: New York ($107,250), Kingston ($105,580), Ithaca ($102,660).
In New York, the average median salary for diagnostic medical sonographers in 2026 is projected to be $109,582, which is approximately 8.1% higher than the national median of $101,352. The highest paying city in the state is New York City, where salaries can reach $112,537, while Rochester offers the lowest salaries at $86,116. This significant salary disparity is primarily driven by the cost of living, demand for healthcare services, and concentration of specialized medical facilities in metropolitan areas. New York has specific state licensing requirements and regulations that impact the scope of practice for sonographers. The need for these professionals is bolstered by the state's large population and the increasing emphasis on advanced imaging technologies in healthcare. With a projected annual growth rate of 4.93% for the profession, the demand for diagnostic medical sonographers is on the rise, indicating a strong job market. Cities such as Kingston, Ithaca, Yonkers, and Poughkeepsie also provide competitive salaries, with forecasts ranging from $104,586 to $110,785. Overall, opportunities for diagnostic medical sonographers in New York are substantial, backed by favorable salary expectations and growth potential in the field.
New York Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Salary Range
Overall salary range in New York: $67,987 (lowest entry-level) to $149,958 (highest top earner)
New York vs National Average
New York diagnostic medical sonographers earn 8.12% more than the national median (+$8,229/year difference).
New York Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Salary Distribution (2026)
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer salaries in New York range from $85,787 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $132,987 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $109,581. The New York median is $8,229 above the US national median of $101,352. The average hourly rate is $52.68/hr. Approximately 9,010 diagnostic medical sonographers are employed across 39 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$78,430
2025 BLS Actual
$104,433
2026 Current Est.
$109,581
2019–2027 Growth
+46.6%
Salary Trajectory for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in New York (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 4.93% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $78,430 | Actual |
| 2020 | $81,358 | Actual |
| 2021 | $89,226 | Actual |
| 2022 | $92,980 | Actual |
| 2023 | $96,825 | Actual |
| 2024 | $101,349 | Actual |
| 2025 | $104,433 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $109,581 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $114,984 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the New York metropolitan area, the median diagnostic medical sonographer salary grew 33.2% from $78,430 (2019) to $104,433 (2025). At a 4.93% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $114,984 by 2027 — a total increase of $36,554 (46.61%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the New York metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 4.93% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in New York
Lowest Paying Cities in New York
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Rochester | $86,116 |
| Cortland | $94,415 |
| Plattsburgh | $94,700 |
| Oneonta | $95,688 |
| Amsterdam | $95,919 |
Best Value Cities for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in New York
When adjusted for local cost of living, these New York cities offer the most purchasing power for diagnostic medical sonographers.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utica | $102,538 | 92.678 | $110,639 |
| Binghamton | $102,191 | 92.863 | $110,045 |
| Kingston | $110,785 | 100.709 | $110,005 |
| Syracuse | $102,737 | 95.742 | $107,306 |
| Glens Falls | $101,667 | 94.866 | $107,169 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in New York
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $85,787 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $109,581 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $132,987 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across New York metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 39 Cities in New York
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York | $112,537 |
| 2 | Kingston | $110,785 |
| 3 | Ithaca | $107,721 |
| 4 | Yonkers | $105,179 |
| 5 | Poughkeepsie | $104,586 |
| 6 | Troy | $103,840 |
| 7 | New Rochelle | $103,011 |
| 8 | Kiryas Joel | $102,999 |
| 9 | Syracuse | $102,737 |
| 10 | Utica | $102,538 |
| 11 | Binghamton | $102,191 |
| 12 | Buffalo | $102,107 |
| 13 | Mount Vernon | $101,858 |
| 14 | Albany | $101,824 |
| 15 | Watertown | $101,686 |
| 16 | Glens Falls | $101,667 |
| 17 | Rome | $101,491 |
| 18 | Long Beach | $101,073 |
| 19 | Niagara Falls | $101,017 |
| 20 | Newburgh | $100,762 |
| 21 | Spring Valley | $99,935 |
| 22 | White Plains | $99,803 |
| 23 | Jamestown | $99,680 |
| 24 | Schenectady | $99,612 |
| 25 | Valley Stream | $99,521 |
| 26 | Middletown | $99,107 |
| 27 | Hempstead | $98,998 |
| 28 | Saratoga Springs | $98,510 |
| 29 | North Tonawanda | $97,930 |
| 30 | Auburn | $97,453 |
| 31 | Freeport | $97,174 |
| 32 | Elmira | $97,055 |
| 33 | Oswego | $96,165 |
| 34 | Lackawanna | $95,965 |
| 35 | Amsterdam | $95,919 |
| 36 | Oneonta | $95,688 |
| 37 | Plattsburgh | $94,700 |
| 38 | Cortland | $94,415 |
| 39 | Rochester | $86,116 |
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Written by Aisha Khan, RDMS, RVT
Career Analyst
Aisha has over 10 years of experience in abdominal sonography. She works at a regional hospital. Aisha also conducts training for new sonographers.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 4.93% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 diagnostic medical sonographer compensation across New York. State averages are employment-weighted across 39 metro areas — larger metro areas with more diagnostic medical sonographerscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.93%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for diagnostic medical sonographers (SOC 29-2032).
Compiled and verified by Aisha Khan, RDMS, RVT, a licensed diagnostic medical sonographer with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov