Radiologists Salary in California
Radiologists in California earn a median of $270,560 a year, −36% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $270,560
- vs. U.S. median
- −36% ($420,860)
- Rank among states
- 26 of 34
- Jobs in the state
- 690
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $96,610; the top 10% earn over $499,880. Nationally the range is $89,010 to $594,410.
States ranked near California
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- Optometrists$136,300 median in California
- Nurse Anesthetists$292,410 median in California
- Medical Dosimetrists$140,380 median in California
Radiologists pay in California
How much do radiologists make in California?
The median is $270,560 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $96,610 and the top 10% earn over $499,880. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for radiologists?
On pay alone it ranks 26 of 34 (−36% vs. the national median of $420,860). Living costs are not included.