Diagnostic Medical Sonographers Salary in California
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in California earn a median of $128,530 a year, +33% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $128,530
- vs. U.S. median
- +33% ($96,590)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 10,110
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $62,890; the top 10% earn over $177,780. Nationally the range is $67,820 to $129,370.
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Diagnostic Medical Sonographers pay in California
How much do diagnostic medical sonographers make in California?
The median is $128,530 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $62,890 and the top 10% earn over $177,780. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for diagnostic medical sonographers?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 51 (+33% vs. the national median of $96,590). Living costs are not included.