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.

CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax 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 SalaryMax 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 SalaryMax 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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