Radiation Therapists Salary in California
Radiation Therapists in California earn a median of $166,450 a year, +58% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $166,450
- vs. U.S. median
- +58% ($105,310)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 1,720
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $130,150; the top 10% earn over $208,100. Nationally the range is $80,560 to $156,710.
States ranked near California
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Radiation Therapists pay in California
How much do radiation therapists make in California?
The median is $166,450 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $130,150 and the top 10% earn over $208,100. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for radiation therapists?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 46 (+58% vs. the national median of $105,310). Living costs are not included.