Per diemPosted 3 days ago
Ultrasound Tech (Echo Tech) - Non-Invasive Cardio - Sharp Grossmont Hospital - Variable Shift - Per Diem
Sharp HealthCare · La Mesa, CA
$60.83–$78.49/ hour
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Echocardiography Technologist jobs in Oakland, CA
Echocardiography Technologists in the Oakland area earn a median of $44.07 per hour, about $91,660 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $38.13 and $68.45. That ranks 14th of 181 U.S. metro areas for echocardiography technologist pay, and 62nd of 170 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Oakland. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Oakland.
- $44.07median pay per hour, San Francisco
- $38–$68typical range per hour
- 500employed in the metro area
- 116cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Echocardiography Technologist pay in Oakland, CA
The metro median is 42% above the California statewide median of $31.12 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.34 per hour. BLS counts about 500 cardiovascular technologists and technicians employed in the San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.52).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.64 | $63,730 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.13 | $79,310 | 18% above U.S. median |
| Median | $44.07 | $91,660 | 36% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $68.45 | $142,380 | 112% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $81.92 | $170,390 | 153% above U.S. median |
How Oakland ranks
- 14th of 181 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 62nd of 170 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 14 California metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for echocardiography technologist. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians (SOC 29-2031), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Oakland
- Overall prices in San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont run 16% above the U.S. average (index 115.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 95% above the U.S. average (index 194.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $44.07 median hour buys what $38.12 buys at the national price level, 18% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,587
- Per year: $79,326
- Per month: $6,610
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Oakland
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $145 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,659 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,567 |
Travel echocardiography technologist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Open Echocardiography Technologist roles in California
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Oakland as they open.
PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Senior Cardiac Sonographer
Stanford Children's Health · Palo Alto, CA
$84.70–$96.04/ hour
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Per diemPosted 29 days ago
Fetal Cardiac Sonographer - Merced Clinic
Valley Children's Healthcare · Madera, CA
$60.62–$87.90/ hour
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PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Cardiac Sonographer-Pelandale Specialty Center
Valley Children's Healthcare · Madera, CA
$52.72–$76.45/ hour
Per diemPosted 29 days ago
Cardiac Sonographer-VCMG
Valley Children's Healthcare · Bakersfield, CA
$52.72–$76.45/ hour
PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Cardiac Sonographer Sr
Valley Children's Healthcare · Madera, CA
$50.30–$78.50/ hour
Hospitals in Oakland
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Oakland, 1 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of echocardiography technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Oakland, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Oakland/Richmond Oakland, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Highland Hospital Oakland, CA | Acute care | Government and federal | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Ucsf Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland Oakland, CA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Telecare Heritage Psychiatric Health Facility Oakland, CA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Echocardiography Technologist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alameda, CA | 3 mi | $44.07/hr | 78,795 |
| San Leandro, CA | 6 mi | $44.07/hr | 86,571 |
Echocardiography Technologist jobs in California · Echocardiography Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in California
RDCS or CCI credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what California requires for your role with the California licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do echocardiography technologists make in Oakland, CA?
Echocardiography Technologists in the San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont metro area have a median pay of $44.07 per hour, about $91,660 a year. The middle half earn between $38.13 and $68.45 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Oakland a good place for echocardiography technologists once cost of living is counted?
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont ranks 62nd of 170 metro areas for echocardiography technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 14th of 181 before adjusting. Overall prices run 16% above the U.S. average.
Where do echocardiography technologists work in Oakland?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Oakland, led by Alta Bates Summit Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a California license to work in Oakland as an echocardiography technologist?
RDCS or CCI credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what California requires for your role with the California licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Oakland?
The federal per diem benchmark in Oakland is $145 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,659 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Valley Children's HealthcareMadera, CA · 6 postings$64.50/ hr$50–$88
- MultiCareYakima, WA · 6 postings$56.91/ hr$41–$81
- Fairview Health ServicesEdina, MN · 5 postings$55.98/ hr$46–$66
- Sentara HealthcareNorfolk, VA · 7 postings$52.52/ hr$42–$74
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2What they are offering now
Low$50Median$64.59High$87
10 Echo Tech postings with published pay in California, 9 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 10 Echo Tech roles
- Ultrasound Tech (Echo Tech) - Non-Invasive Cardio - Sharp Grossmont Hospital - Variable Shift - Per DiemPer diem$60.83–$78.49/ hour
- Senior Cardiac SonographerPermanent$84.70–$96.04/ hour
+ 8 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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