Do radiology technicians need a license in Oregon?

Yes. Oregon requires state-level licensing or registration for radiology technicians, administered by the Board of Medical Imaging. See the licensing section above for credential types and current requirements.

How to Become a Radiology Technician in Oregon (2026)

Q: How long does radiology technician training take in Oregon?

Most people become a Radiology Technician in Oregon through a JRCERT-accredited radiography program, ARRT(R), and state radiologic technologist licensure where required.

Q: How much do radiology technicians earn in Oregon?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), radiology technicians in Oregon earned a median annual wage of approximately $102,290.

Q: What is the job outlook for radiology technicians in Oregon?

Oregon currently employs approximately 2,700 workers, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 4.3% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034.

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Oregon employs about 2,700 radiology technicians earning a median $102,290 a year (BLS OEWS, May 2025). Training as a Radiology Technician here means completing a JRCERT-accredited radiography program, ARRT(R), and state radiologic technologist licensure where required, then applying through Board of Medical Imaging.

Key Facts

Median wage (Oregon): $102,290/yr (Source: BLS OEWS, 2025)
Employed in Oregon: 2,700 workers (Source: BLS OEWS, 2025)
Location quotient: 0.93x U.S. average (Source: BLS OEWS, 2025)
Projected growth: 4.3% (2024-2034) (Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024)
Licensing/credentialing body: Board of Medical Imaging (Source: State licensing agency, 2025)

Compare Radiology Technician Schools in Oregon

BOC Score, tuition, graduation rate, and median graduate earnings from federal IPEDS and U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard data. Earnings are reported across all programs at the school (all majors), not a single trade. Distance is measured from the page's primary location.
#	School	BOC Score (0–100)	Tuition	Median grad earnings (all majors)	Graduation rate	Online	Distance
1	Bellevue College	73.6	Contact school for pricing	$64,079	35%	Yes*	175 mi
2	Tacoma Community College	68.9	Contact school for pricing	$55,189	32%	Yes*	151 mi
3	Lower Columbia College	66.5	$4,626 - $16,169	$52,301	24%	Yes*	78 mi
4	Columbia Basin College	61.3	$6,555 - $18,261	$67,608	30%	—	180 mi
5	Yakima Valley College	55.9	Contact school for pricing	$51,006	31%	—	140 mi
6	Wenatchee Valley College	54.1	Contact school for pricing	$52,108	41%	—	192 mi
7	Pima Medical Institute-Seattle	52.5	Contact school for pricing	$42,937	59%	—	182 mi
8	Portland Community College	46.0	Contact school for pricing	$55,238	Not reported	Yes*	30 mi
9	Linn-Benton Community College	28.6	Contact school for pricing	$48,548	27%	—	45 mi

Schools closest to the page's primary location are gathered first, then ranked by BOC Score; distance from the page's primary location is shown for reference. The BOC Score is an independent measure of school outcomes (graduation, earnings, net price, retention) expressed as a 0–100 percentile within each school's peer group; higher is better and advertising never affects it. *Online availability refers to coursework; hands-on trade training is completed in person. Read the full methodology.

Oregon employs approximately 2,700 radiology technicians according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $102,290 ¹. Nationally, radiology technician employment is projected to grow 4.3% from 2024 to 2034, with about 12,900 openings per year ². This page covers how to become a Radiology Technician in Oregon, including licensing requirements, training programs, and salary data.

At a Glance

Training paths: JRCERT-accredited radiography program (find programs)
Typical timeline: a JRCERT-accredited radiography program, ARRT(R), and state radiologic technologist licensure where required
Licensing authority: Board of Medical Imaging
Exam: ARRT(R)
Median wage (Oregon): $102,290 per year ¹

Quick Answers About How to Become a Radiology Technician in Oregon

How to become a Radiology Technician in Oregon? Complete a JRCERT-accredited radiography program, ARRT(R), and state radiologic technologist licensure where required. Apply through Board of Medical Imaging.

How long does it take? Most people finish a JRCERT-accredited radiography program, ARRT(R), and state radiologic technologist licensure where required. Confirm current hour totals with the program and Board of Medical Imaging.

Do I need a license in Oregon? Yes. Oregon credentials this role through Board of Medical Imaging ³. See the licensing section below.

What do radiology technicians earn in Oregon? The median annual wage for radiology technicians in Oregon is $102,290 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $70,760 and experienced professionals can earn $124,810 or more ¹.

How to Become a Radiology Technician in Oregon

Meet program entry rules. Radiography programs in Oregon typically require a high school diploma or GED. Confirm prerequisites with the program.
Complete a JRCERT-accredited radiography program. Finish a JRCERT-accredited radiography program in Oregon. This is not a registered apprenticeship.
Pass ARRT(R). Pass the ARRT radiography exam. Some states accept ARRT in lieu of a separate state exam.
Apply for state licensure where required. Apply for the state radiologic technologist credential where required. Confirm fluoroscopy or CRT rules with Board of Medical Imaging.

Steps and hour totals vary by credential level; confirm current requirements with the state board before you apply.

Radiology Technician License Requirements in Oregon

Radiologic technologists in Oregon typically complete a JRCERT-accredited program, pass ARRT(R), and obtain a state CRT or equivalent where required. See Board of Medical Imaging ³.

Typical path

Meet program entry rules.
Complete a JRCERT-accredited radiography program.
Pass ARRT(R).
Apply to Board of Medical Imaging for CRT or the state equivalent when required.

Hour totals, fees, and reciprocity rules change. Confirm current requirements with Board of Medical Imaging before you enroll.

Radiology Technician Wages by Metro Area in Oregon

Radiologic Technologists and Technicians Wages by Metro Area in Oregon

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics ( OES data), radiologic technologists and technicians wages in Oregon vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro	1,520	$104,810	$102,070	$71,070	$125,850
Eugene-Springfield	260	$96,660	$95,500	$66,540	$117,410
Salem	240	$101,580	$99,100	$77,280	$123,610
Medford	180	$98,380	$94,720	$74,830	$119,410
Bend	150	$103,350	$102,390	$76,450	$125,520
Corvallis	70	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Albany	50	$98,660	$93,220	$69,470	$123,960
Grants Pass	40	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May .

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for radiology technicians in Oregon? Oregon currently employs approximately 2,700 radiology technicians ¹. Nationally, radiology technician employment is projected to grow 4.3% from 2024 to 2034 ².

Can I work as a radiology technician in Oregon with an out-of-state license? Contact the Board of Medical Imaging for details on reciprocity and credential transfer.

What training programs are available in Oregon? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and state-approved training programs. Use the school finder above to search for programs in Oregon.

How much do radiology technicians earn in Oregon compared to the national average? The median annual wage for radiology technicians in Oregon is $102,290, which is $24,630 above the national median of $77,660 according to BLS data ¹.

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Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎
Board of Medical Imaging - Licensing Information: https://www.oregon.gov/ODA/licenses/Pages/default.aspx ↩︎ ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)