Radiology Technologist Salary Guide: California
Average Radiology Technologist Salary
$63.15/hour
The average salary for a Radiology Technologist in California is $63.15 per hour. This is 15% higher than the US average of $53.85.
Last updated on November 14, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Radiology Technologist salaries in California compared to National Averages
$63.15/hour
California
15% higher than the US average.
$53.85/hour
United States
What cities in California pay the most for Radiology Technologists?
Only Modesto, California reports pay data for Radiology Technologists, averaging $73 per hour. Modesto, California also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $105. For comparison, the California average for Radiology Technologists is $63 per hour — Modesto, California pays 15% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Modesto, California | $73 | $105 |
How does the pay for Radiology Technologists in California compare to nearby states?
Texas pays Radiology Technologists the most, averaging $58 per hour, followed by Colorado ($41) and Oregon ($36). Texas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $99. For comparison, the California average for Radiology Technologists is $63 per hour — Texas pays 8% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | $58 | $99 |
| Colorado | $41 | $41 |
| Oregon | $36 | $48 |
| Arizona | $32 | $44 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Radiology Technologist jobs in California?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Radiology Technologists the most, averaging $82 per hour, followed by Community Medical Centers ($65) and Tenet North Cal ($56). For comparison, the California average for Radiology Technologists is $63 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 30% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $82 | $82 |
| Community Medical Centers | $65 | $74 |
| Tenet North Cal | $56 | $67 |
| Patterns Hiring - Perm | $52 | $56 |
| Tenet Desert | $51 | $81 |
| Adventist Health | $50 | $61 |
Last updated on November 14, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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