📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

Radiologic Technologist Salary in California (2026)

California · 42.0% above national average · High Demand

Average
$95,396
per year
Median
$92,073
per year
Hourly
$45.86
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$67,052
25th Percentile — Junior$82,044
50th Percentile — Median$92,073
75th Percentile — Senior$115,777
90th Percentile — Top Earners$127,204
💡 Top-earning Radiologic Technologists in California make up to $127,204 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
$82.3k
2021
$84.8k
2022
$87.3k
2023
$89.9k
2024
$92.6k
2025
$95.4k
2026
📈 Radiologic Technologist salaries in California have followed the national trend with 3.0% annual growth. The strong demand in California's job market supports continued salary increases.
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Radiologic Technologist Salary by City in California
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Los Angeles $147,864 +55.0% High
San Diego $141,186 +48.0% High
San Jose $164,081 +72.0% High
San Francisco $176,483 +85.0% High
Fresno $103,028 +8.0% High
Sacramento $116,383 +22.0% High
Long Beach $138,324 +45.0% High
Bakersfield $103,028 +8.0% High
Anaheim $135,462 +42.0% High
Santa Ana $133,554 +40.0% High
Riverside $122,107 +28.0% High
Stockton $112,567 +18.0% High
Irvine $147,864 +55.0% High
San Bernardino $112,567 +18.0% High
Modesto $106,844 +12.0% High
Fontana $116,383 +22.0% High
Moreno Valley $109,705 +15.0% High
Glendale $141,186 +48.0% High
Fremont $152,634 +60.0% High
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Radiologic Technologist Job Market in California
Key factors affecting compensation

California is home to a very strong job market for Radiologic Technologists. The state's key industries — Technology, Entertainment, Agriculture — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $95,396 per year, California's Radiologic Technologist 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 $67,052–$82,044, while experienced Radiologic Technologists can command $115,777–$127,204.

Looking ahead, the Radiologic Technologist profession in California is projected to grow at 3.0% 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 Radiologic Technologist salary in California is $95,396 per year in 2026, which is 42.0% above the national average of $67,180.
  • San Francisco and San Jose typically pay Radiologic Technologists 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 Radiologic Technologist employment.
  • At $95,396/year, California Radiologic Technologist salaries are 42.0% higher than the national average of $67,180/year.