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Radiology Tech I
CommonSpirit Health · Camarillo, CA
$42.52–$52.95/ hour
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Radiologic Technologist jobs in Chico, CA
Pay for radiologic technologists in the Chico area centers on $46.06 per hour, or about $95,800 a year. The lower quarter earns under $25.12 and the upper quarter over $53.43. That ranks 33rd of 342 U.S. metro areas for radiologic technologist pay, and 20th of 306 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Chico. The free report below lists employers near Chico and what they pay.
- $46.06median pay per hour, Chico
- $25–$53typical range per hour
- 120radiologic technologists employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Radiologic Technologist pay in Chico, CA
The metro median is 11% below the California statewide median of $51.76 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 120 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the Chico metro area, 1.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.05).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $25.12 | $52,250 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $25.12 | $52,250 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Median | $46.06 | $95,800 | 23% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $53.43 | $111,130 | 43% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $62.87 | $130,770 | 68% above U.S. median |
How Chico ranks
- 33rd of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 20th of 306 after adjusting for local prices
- 20th of 21 California metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Radiologic Technologists and Technicians (SOC 29-2034), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Chico
- Overall prices in Chico run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $46.06 median hour buys what $45.52 buys at the national price level, 22% 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$1,658
- Per year: $82,908
- Per month: $6,909
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Chico metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Chico
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel radiologic technologist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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).
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Hospitals in Chico
CMS lists 1 hospital in Chico, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of radiologic technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enloe Health Chico, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Radiologic Technologist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yuba City, CA | 44 mi | $51.76/hr | 69,148 |
| Redding, CA | 63 mi | $47.57/hr | 93,502 |
| Lincoln, CA | 67 mi | $62.84/hr | 56,268 |
| Rocklin, CA | 72 mi | $62.84/hr | 75,129 |
| Roseville, CA | 73 mi | $62.84/hr | 163,304 |
| Woodland, CA | 75 mi | $62.84/hr | 62,983 |
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License and tax basics in California
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How much do radiologic technologists make in Chico, CA?
Radiologic Technologists in the Chico metro area have a median pay of $46.06 per hour, about $95,800 a year. The middle half earn between $25.12 and $53.43 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Chico a good place for radiologic technologists once cost of living is counted?
Chico ranks 20th of 306 metro areas for radiologic technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 33rd of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do radiologic technologists work in Chico?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Chico, led by Enloe Health. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a California license to work in Chico as a radiologic technologist?
ARRT certification in radiography. 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 Chico?
The federal per diem benchmark in Chico is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your Rad Tech pay reportChico, CA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- MarinHealthGreenbrae, CA · 2 postings$72.79/ hr$60–$85
- CommonSpirit HealthCamarillo, CA · 7 postings$63.98/ hr$40–$79
- Shriners Hospitals for ChildrenSacramento, CA · 3 postings$63.16/ hr$37–$74
- Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare SystemSalinas, CA · 2 postings$61.17/ hr$54–$69
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$40Median$50.59High$69
62 Rad Tech postings with published pay in California, 59 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 62 Rad Tech roles
- Radiology Tech IPer diem$42.52–$52.95/ hour
- Diagnostic Radiologic TechnologistPermanent$84k–$109k/ year
+ 60 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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