Radiology Salary in California

How much does a Radiology make in California?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Radiology in California is $585,884 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $282.

However, a Radiology's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $702,527
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $550,308 to $646,939
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $517,917
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Radiology Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $646,939 $53,912 $12,441 $311
Average $585,884 $48,824 $11,267 $282
25th Percentile $550,308 $45,859 $10,583 $265
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Key Factors That Influence Radiology Salaries

A Radiology'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 Radiology Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Radiology'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): $567,635
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $570,183
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $572,731
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $576,298
  • Expert (over 8 years): $585,884
Levels Salary
Entry Level Radiology$567,635
Intermediate Level Radiology$570,183
Senior Level Radiology$572,731
Specialist Level Radiology$576,298
Expert Level Radiology$585,884
$567,635 0 yr
$570,183 < 2 yrs
$572,731 2-4 yrs
$576,298 5-8 yrs
$585,884 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Radiologies

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: $586,893
  • West Hollywood: $586,468
  • Dodgertown: $586,888

Radiology Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Radiology roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Radiology positions in Pharmaceuticals or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Radiology as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Radiology

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$878,826$423.050%
Biotechnology$703,061$338.020%

Radiology Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Radiology'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

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  • TGL Medstaff

    Weaverville, CA

    TGL Medstaff | Weaverville, CA

    Radiology - CT. Weekly Pay $2280 - $2751. Shift Details: 8 hour mids. Start Date: 01/08/2026. End Date: 04/09/2026. Duration: 13 Week(s). Location: Weaverv... more

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  • TGL Medstaff

    Apple Valley, CA

    TGL Medstaff | Apple Valley, CA

    Radiology - CT. Weekly pay $2020 - $2491. Shift: 10 hour nights. Start date: 09/08/2026. End date: 12/08/2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Location: Apple Valley, ... more

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  • TGL Medstaff

    Redding, CA

    TGL Medstaff | Redding, CA

    Radiology - Mammography. Weekly pay $1649 - $2120. Shift details: 10 hour days. Start date: 09/14/2026. End date: 12/13/2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Location:... more

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  • TGL Medstaff

    Eureka, CA

    TGL Medstaff | Eureka, CA

    Radiology - Mammography. Weekly pay $1899 - $2370. Shift: 8 hour days. Start date: 09/08/2026. End date: 12/08/2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Location: Eureka, ... more

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  • TGL Medstaff

    San Luis Obispo, CA

    TGL Medstaff | San Luis Obispo, CA

    Radiology - CT. Weekly pay $2038 - $2509. Shift details: 12 hour days. Job order details: Start date 08/03/2026, end date 11/02/2026, duration 13 weeks. Cl... more

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  • Converdia Health

    Redwood City, CA

    Converdia Health | Redwood City, CA

    Radiology Specialty Ct. Travel job. Profession: radiology specialty ct. Start date: 09/14/2026. End date: 12/14/2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Shift: 5 x 8 nigh... more

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