📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

Cardiovascular Technician Salary in California (2026)

California · 42.0% above national average · High Demand

Average
$91,988
per year
Median
$86,364
per year
Hourly
$44.23
per hour
🏛️ Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
📅 Dataset: OES May 2025
🔄 Published: May 2026
📍 Coverage: All 50 States + DC
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Salary Range & Percentiles
Pay distribution across experience levels
10th Percentile — Entry Level$55,971
25th Percentile — Junior$74,294
50th Percentile — Median$86,364
75th Percentile — Senior$115,523
90th Percentile — Top Earners$131,567
💡 Top-earning Cardiovascular Technicians in California make up to $131,567 per year. The job market in California is rated very strong, with key industries including Technology, Entertainment, Agriculture.
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Salary Growth Trend (2021–2026)
Six-year compensation trajectory
$78.6k
2021
$81.1k
2022
$83.7k
2023
$86.4k
2024
$89.1k
2025
$92.0k
2026
📈 Cardiovascular Technician salaries in California have followed the national trend with 3.2% annual growth. The strong demand in California's job market supports continued salary increases.
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Cardiovascular Technician Salary by City in California
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Los Angeles $142,581 +55.0% High
San Diego $136,142 +48.0% High
San Jose $158,219 +72.0% High
San Francisco $170,178 +85.0% High
Fresno $99,347 +8.0% High
Sacramento $112,225 +22.0% High
Long Beach $133,383 +45.0% High
Bakersfield $99,347 +8.0% High
Anaheim $130,623 +42.0% High
Santa Ana $128,783 +40.0% High
Riverside $117,745 +28.0% High
Stockton $108,546 +18.0% High
Irvine $142,581 +55.0% High
San Bernardino $108,546 +18.0% High
Modesto $103,027 +12.0% High
Fontana $112,225 +22.0% High
Moreno Valley $105,786 +15.0% High
Glendale $136,142 +48.0% High
Fremont $147,181 +60.0% High
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Cardiovascular Technician Job Market in California
Key factors affecting compensation

California is home to a very strong job market for Cardiovascular Technicians. The state's key industries — Technology, Entertainment, Agriculture — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $91,988 per year, California's Cardiovascular Technician salaries are 42.0% higher than the national average.

The cost of living in California (index: 1.42) justifies the higher pay scale. Entry-level professionals in California can expect to earn $55,971–$74,294, while experienced Cardiovascular Technicians can command $115,523–$131,567.

Looking ahead, the Cardiovascular Technician profession in California is projected to grow at 3.2% annually. Major employers are actively hiring, and the state's investment in Technology continues to drive new opportunities for qualified candidates.

🏛️ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OES) · May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this salary
  • The average Cardiovascular Technician salary in California is $91,988 per year in 2026, which is 42.0% above the national average of $64,780.
  • San Francisco and San Jose typically pay Cardiovascular Technicians the highest wages in California due to higher costs of living and competitive job markets.
  • California has a very strong job market with major industries in Technology, Entertainment, Agriculture. This makes it one of the better states for Cardiovascular Technician employment.
  • At $91,988/year, California Cardiovascular Technician salaries are 42.0% higher than the national average of $64,780/year.