Radiographers in Colorado (CO) earn an average salary of $68,810 with strong job prospects.
The following overview of radiology schools in Colorado will guide you find the best school near you for your interests and needs.
Please note that radiographers in Colorado are also known as radiology technologists/technicians, rad techs and x ray technicians/techs. Throughout this page we may interchange between the terms radiology tech school in Colorado and x ray tech school in Colorado.
Top Radiology Tech Schools in Colorado
Listed below are the top 8 radiology tech programs in Colorado which have been accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) and/or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) recognised programs.
| College | City | Degree | Accreditation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Rocks Community College | Arvada | Associate | JRCERT, ARRT |
| Concorde Career College Denver | Aurora | Associate | JRCERT, ARRT |
| Uch-Univ of Colorado Hospital | Aurora | ARRT | |
| University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus/Memorial Hospital | Colorado Springs | Associate | JRCERT, ARRT |
| Community College of Denver | Denver | Associate | JRCERT, ARRT |
| Pima Medical Institute-Denver | Denver | Associate | JRCERT, ARRT |
| Morgan Community College | Fort Morgan | ARRT | |
| Colorado Mesa University | Grand Junction | Bachelor | JRCERT, ARRT |
| Aims Community College | Greeley | ARRT | |
| Pueblo Community College | Pueblo | ARRT |
Radiology techs registered with or certified by the ARRT or the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) do not need additional licensing in Colorado.
In order to become registered or certified with teh ARRT or the NMTCB you will need to graduate from an approved/accredited program.
Operation of an x ray machine used in dentistry, chiropractic, or podiatry settings requires training specified by each respective board.
You will need to maintain your registration/certification regularly and fulfil the continuing education requirements of the ARRT, NMTCB or any other board you are registered with.
For more information on licensing, certification, and continuing education requirements for radiology techs you can contact the Colorado Dept of Public Health and Environment on the details below.
State Board: Colorado Dept of Public Health and Environment
Website: https://cdphe.colorado.gov
Phone: (303) 692-3448
How much do Radiology Techs in Colorado make?
The average annual salary for radiology techs in Colorado is $68,810. This equates to an hourly wage of $33.08 per hour.
| Salary | $68,810 |
| # Employed | 3,800 |
| Hourly Pay | $33.08 |
| Top 10% | $94,880 |
| Bottom 10% | $47,580 |
Over the past five years salary levels for radiology techs in the state had a bump of by 7.9%, or $5,060.
Radiology techs in Colorado earn 3.5% above the national average of $66,490 for the profession.
Salary levels within the state will vary depending on your metro area, years of experience, and place of employment.
- The bottom 10% of earners (entry-level) made just $47,580 whilst the top 10% made $94,880 per annum.
- Those located in Boulder earned $72,870 per annum, whilst those in Grand Junction made just $62,950 per annum.
The table below further breaks down earnings from radiology techs across the main metro areas in the state.
| Metro Area | Average Salary | # Employed |
|---|---|---|
| Boulder | $72,870 | 260 |
| Colorado Springs | $63,690 | 520 |
| Denver-Aurora-Lakewood | $70,930 | 1,940 |
| Fort Collins | $63,560 | 260 |
| Grand Junction | $62,950 | 140 |
| Greeley | $67,680 | 100 |
Radiology Tech Jobs in Colorado
There are currently 3,800 people employed as radiology techs in Colorado. This equates to a rise of 5.0%, or 180 jobs, in the 5 years since 2016.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics anticipates a 6% increase in radiology tech positions across the country between 2021 and 2031.
Related careers in Colorado
The table below compares radiology tech income and employment in Colorado with other closely related careers.
| Salary | Employment | |
|---|---|---|
| Radiology Tech | $68,810 | 3,800 |
| Ultrasound Tech | $88,090 | 1,270 |
| MRI Tech | $83,090 | 590 |
| Cardiovascular Tech | $74,620 | 670 |
| Nuclear Med Tech | $90,780 | 280 |