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Average Radiation Therapist Salary

$57.60/hour

The average salary for a Radiation Therapist in California is $57.60 per hour. This is 18% lower than the US average of $67.72.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Radiation Therapist salaries in California compared to National Averages

$57.60/hour

California

18% lower than the US average.

$67.72/hour

United States

How does the pay for Radiation Therapists in California compare to nearby states?

Only Colorado reports pay data for Radiation Therapists, averaging $45 per hour. Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $61. For comparison, the California average for Radiation Therapists is $58 per hour — Colorado pays 21% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Colorado	$45	$61

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Radiation Therapist jobs in California?

Tenet North Cal pays Radiation Therapists the most, averaging $74 per hour, followed by Community Medical Centers ($72) and Adventist Health ($71). Tenet North Cal also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $81. For comparison, the California average for Radiation Therapists is $58 per hour — Tenet North Cal pays 28% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Tenet North Cal	$74	$81
Community Medical Centers	$72	$72
Adventist Health	$71	$77

Last updated on September 27, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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