Radiologists
Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.
Median salary
$420,860/yr
Typical range
$216,800 – $506,010
Education
Doctoral degree
Time to entry
About 8+ years of higher education
What a Radiologists does
Radiologists use imaging technologies like X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs to diagnose diseases and injuries inside the body. They interpret images and provide detailed reports to guide treatment decisions.
Education & path
The typical entry point is a doctoral degree. About 8+ years of higher education.
Estimated cost of that path: ~$110,000. Estimated payback: ~1 year. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.
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