Allied Health Professional Salary Guide: California
Average Allied Health Professional Salary
$66.98/hour
The average salary for an Allied Health Professional in California is $66.98 per hour. This is 32% higher than the US average of $45.76.
Last updated on September 27, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Allied Health Professional salaries in California compared to National Averages
$66.98/hour
California
32% higher than the US average.
$45.76/hour
United States
What cities in California pay the most for Allied Health Professionals?
Modesto, California pays Allied Health Professionals the most, averaging $70 per hour, followed by Marysville, California ($51) and Yuba City, California ($51). Marysville, California has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the California average for Allied Health Professionals is $67 per hour — Modesto, California pays 5% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Modesto, California | $70 | $88 |
| Marysville, California | $51 | $100 |
| Yuba City, California | $51 | $100 |
What type of Allied Health Professionals make the most money in California?
Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) earns the most among Practicing specialties in California, averaging $76 per hour, followed by CT Technologist ($67) and Radiology Technologist ($61). Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $89. For comparison, the California average for Allied Health Professionals is $67 per hour — Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) earns 13% more.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) | $76 | $89 |
| CT Technologist | $67 | $73 |
| Radiology Technologist | $61 | $77 |
How does the pay for Allied Health Professionals in California compare to nearby states?
Oregon pays Allied Health Professionals the most, averaging $60 per hour, followed by Colorado ($54) and Arizona ($44). Colorado has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $81. For comparison, the California average for Allied Health Professionals is $67 per hour — Oregon pays 10% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | $60 | $73 |
| Colorado | $54 | $81 |
| Arizona | $44 | $66 |
| Michigan | $38 | $45 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Allied Health Professional jobs in California?
Community Medical Centers pays Allied Health Professionals the most, averaging $63 per hour, followed by Tenet North Cal ($63) and Medical Solutions Direct Hire ($63). Tenet Desert has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $98. For comparison, the California average for Allied Health Professionals is $67 per hour — Community Medical Centers pays 6% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Community Medical Centers | $63 | $74 |
| Tenet North Cal | $63 | $94 |
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $63 | $63 |
| Tenet Desert | $57 | $98 |
| Adventist Health | $56 | $77 |
| Patterns Hiring - Perm | $53 | $59 |
Last updated on September 27, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Top Allied Health Professional Jobs
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- Palm Springs, CA
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