Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan Salary in California

How much does a Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan make in California?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan in California is $103,200 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

However, a Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $125,552
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $97,800 to $114,900
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $92,884
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75th Percentile $114,900 $9,575 $2,210 $55
Average $103,200 $8,600 $1,985 $50
25th Percentile $97,800 $8,150 $1,881 $47
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Key Factors That Influence Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan Salaries

A Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $101,392
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $101,550
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $102,182
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $103,131
  • Expert (over 8 years): $106,970
Levels Salary
Entry Level Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan$101,392
Intermediate Level Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan$101,550
Senior Level Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan$102,182
Specialist Level Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan$103,131
Expert Level Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan$106,970
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$101,550 < 2 yrs
$102,182 2-4 yrs
$103,131 5-8 yrs
$106,970 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scans

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Los Angeles: $103,300
  • West Hollywood: $103,300
  • Dodgertown: $103,300

Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $109,607. While startup companies pay approximate $93,354.

Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$93,354
Growth Stage51~500$98,558
Established501~5000$106,028
Enterprise5000+$109,607

Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$113,520$55.010%

Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Chief Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT) Scan's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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75th Percentile $114,900 $9,575 $2,210 $55
Average $103,200 $8,600 $1,985 $50
25th Percentile $97,800 $8,150 $1,881 $47

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