Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Salary in Puerto Rico: $46,430 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Puerto Rico's 2 metropolitan areas, the average median diagnostic medical sonographer pay sits at $46,430/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-2032. Because Puerto Rico sits at BEA RPP 75.0 (25% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $61,907 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Mayaguez ($69,990), San Juan ($38,120).
In Puerto Rico, the projected average median salary for diagnostic medical sonographers in 2026 is $46,430, which is substantially lower than the national median of $101,352, creating a significant salary gap of 54.2%. Among cities, Mayaguez offers the highest salary at $73,441, while San Juan has the lowest at $39,999, reflecting a disparity driven by factors such as local demand for healthcare services, hospital funding, and the cost of living. Currently, Puerto Rico has a total of 260 diagnostic medical sonographers employed, with an annual growth rate of 4.93%, signaling an ongoing demand for these professionals. The state requires sonographers to be licensed, and it adheres to specific scope of practice laws that outline the duties and responsibilities of sonographers, impacting employment opportunities and salaries. Factors influencing job market strength include an increasing emphasis on diagnostic imaging in healthcare, population aging, and advances in sonography technology. Understanding these elements allows aspiring sonographers to better navigate their career paths in Puerto Rico's unique healthcare landscape.
Puerto Rico Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Salary Range
Overall salary range in Puerto Rico: $29,108 (lowest entry-level) to $104,269 (highest top earner)
Puerto Rico vs National Average
Puerto Rico diagnostic medical sonographers earn 54.19% less than the national median ($-54,922/year difference).
Puerto Rico Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Salary Distribution (2026)
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer salaries in Puerto Rico range from $31,887 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $102,374 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $46,430. The Puerto Rico median is $54,922 below the US national median of $101,352. The average hourly rate is $22.33/hr. Approximately 260 diagnostic medical sonographers are employed across 2 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$23,522
2025 BLS Actual
$44,249
2026 Current Est.
$46,430
2019–2027 Growth
+107.1%
Salary Trajectory for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Puerto Rico (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 4.93% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $23,522 | Actual |
| 2020 | $23,833 | Actual |
| 2021 | $29,020 | Actual |
| 2022 | $28,660 | Actual |
| 2023 | $38,697 | Actual |
| 2024 | $26,697 | Actual |
| 2025 | $44,249 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $46,430 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $48,719 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Puerto Rico metropolitan area, the median diagnostic medical sonographer salary grew 88.1% from $23,522 (2019) to $44,249 (2025). At a 4.93% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $48,719 by 2027 — a total increase of $25,197 (107.12%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Puerto Rico 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 2 Highest Paying Cities in Puerto Rico
Salary by Experience Level in Puerto Rico
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $31,887 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $46,430 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $102,374 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Puerto Rico metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
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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 Puerto Rico. State averages are employment-weighted across 2 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, 6-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