Last Updated: June 19, 2026

Radiographer

Average Base Salary

39.108 € (EUR)/yr

Average Hourly Rate

18,80 € (EUR)/hr

Average Bonus

540 € (EUR)/yr

Compensation Data Based on Experience

The average radiographer gross salary in Germany is 39.108 € or an equivalent hourly rate of 19 €. In addition, they earn an average bonus of 540 €. Salary estimates based on salary survey data collected directly from employers and anonymous employees in Germany. An entry level radiographer (1-3 years of experience) earns an average salary of 31.321 €. On the other end, a senior level radiographer (8+ years of experience) earns an average salary of 43.124 €.

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Salary Potential

Estimated Salary in 2031:

44.633 € (EUR)

5 Year Change:

14 %

Based on our compensation data, the estimated salary potential for Radiographer will increase 14 % over 5 years.

Education

This chart displays the highest level of education for:
Radiographer, the majority at 60% with bachelors.

Typical Field of Study: Industrial Radiologic Technician Training

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Country Overview

Germany

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Germany, officially the Federal Republic of Germany, is a country in Western and Central Europe. It lies between the Baltic Sea and the North Sea to the north with the Alps to the south. Its sixteen constituent states have a total population of over 82 million, making it the most populous member state of the European Union (EU). Germany borders Denmark to the north; Poland and the Czech Republic to the east; Austria and Switzerland to the south; and France, Luxembourg, Belgium, and the Netherlan

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Job Description

Radiographs metal, plastics, concrete, or other materials, such as castings, sample parts, pipes, and structural members for flaws, cracks, or presence of foreign materials, utilizing knowledge of radiography equipment, techniques, and procedures: aligns object on stand between source of x rays and film or plate; or aligns source of gamma rays, such as cobalt or iridium isotope and film or... plate on opposite sides of object, manually or using hand or electric truck, chain hoist, or crane. Masks peripheral areas with lead shields. Selects type of radiation source and type of film, and applies standard mathematical formulas to determine exposure distance and time, considering size, mobility, and strength of radiation sources in relation to density and mobility of object. Verifies radiation intensities, using radiation meters. Adjusts controls of x-ray equipment on console or exposes source of radioactivity to take radiograph. Removes and develops film or plate. Monitors working area, using survey meters, to protect personnel area. May replace radioactive isotope source in containers by manipulating tongs from behind protective lead shield. Marks defects appearing on film and assists in analyzing findings. May specialize in x-ray work and be designated x-ray technician.Read More

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