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Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) I Salary in California

How much does a Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) I make in California?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) I in California is $116,127 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

However, a Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $140,516
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $109,644 to $128,893
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $103,741
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Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) I Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $128,893 $10,741 $2,479 $62
Average $116,127 $9,677 $2,233 $56
25th Percentile $109,644 $9,137 $2,109 $53
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Key Factors That Influence Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) I Salaries

A Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) I'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 Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) I'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:

  • Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist (0-0 years): $139,483
  • Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) I (2-4 years): $116,127
  • Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) II (4-7 years): $135,298
  • Chief Medical Physicist (7-10 years): $340,874
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist0-0 years$139,483
Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) I2-4 years$116,127
Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) II4-7 years$135,298
Chief Medical Physicist7-10 years$340,874
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Top Paying Cities for Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) Is

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: $116,327
  • West Hollywood: $116,243
  • Dodgertown: $116,326

Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $123,336. While startup companies pay approximate $105,048.

Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) I Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$105,048
Growth Stage51~500$110,903
Established501~5000$119,309
Enterprise5000+$123,336

Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) I roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 15% above the average. Conversely, Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) positions in Edu., Government & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) I

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$133,546$64.015%

Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) I'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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$109,644
Average $116,127/year
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Average $9,677/month
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Average $2,233/week
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Average $56/hour
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75th Percentile $128,893 $10,741 $2,479 $62
Average $116,127 $9,677 $2,233 $56
25th Percentile $109,644 $9,137 $2,109 $53

Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $135,298 - a projected growth of 17% over your current level.

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