CA · Vallejo · Updated October 15, 2026

Radiologic Technologist jobs in Vallejo, CA

The median radiologic technologist pay in the Vallejo area is $81.26 per hour ($169,020 a year), with the typical range running from $62.89 to $81.31. That ranks 1st of 342 U.S. metro areas for radiologic technologist pay, and 1st of 306 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Vallejo. The free report below lists employers near Vallejo and what they pay.

Radiologic Technologist pay in Vallejo, CA

The metro median is 57% above the California statewide median of $51.76 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.34 per hour. BLS counts about 220 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the Vallejo 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).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$50.73$105,52036% above U.S. median
Lower quartile$62.89$130,81068% above U.S. median
Median$81.26$169,020118% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$81.31$169,120118% above U.S. median
Top 10%$81.31$169,120118% above U.S. median

How Vallejo ranks

  • 1st of 342 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 1st of 306 after adjusting for local prices
  • 1st 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 Vallejo

  • Overall prices in Vallejo run 8% above the U.S. average (index 108.5, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 42% above the U.S. average (index 142.0).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $81.26 median hour buys what $74.91 buys at the national price level, 101% 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$2,925
  • Per year: $146,268
  • Per month: $12,189

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Vallejo metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Travel assignment per diem in Vallejo

ItemFederal 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).

Open Radiologic Technologist roles in California

Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Vallejo as they open.

Per diemPosted today

Radiology Tech I

CommonSpirit Health · Camarillo, CA

$42.52–$52.95/ hour
  • Per diem
  • Req 98706619104
New this week
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PermanentPosted 2 days ago

Radiologic Technologist

Stanford Children's Health · Palo Alto, CA

$66.78–$74.90/ hour
  • Full time
  • Req 101912684496
Top 25% payNew this week
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Per diemPosted 3 days ago

Radiology Tech III

CommonSpirit Health · Camarillo, CA

$58.75–$69.21/ hour
  • Per diem
  • Req 101880124336
Top 25% payNew this week
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Hospitals in Vallejo

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Vallejo, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of radiologic technologists.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Sutter Solano Medical Center
Vallejo, CA
Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes
Kaiser Foundation Hospital And Rehab Center
Vallejo, CA
Acute careNonprofit2 of 5No
Adventist Health Vallejo
Vallejo, CA
PsychiatricNonprofitNot ratedNo

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Radiologic Technologist pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Richmond, CA12 mi$65.74/hr115,353
Napa, CA13 mi$51.76/hr76,921
Novato, CA16 mi$65.74/hr52,311
San Rafael, CA16 mi$65.74/hr59,961
Fairfield, CA16 mi$81.26/hr122,646
Berkeley, CA17 mi$65.74/hr121,749

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License and tax basics in California

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.

California taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

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Common questions

How much do radiologic technologists make in Vallejo, CA?

Radiologic Technologists in the Vallejo metro area have a median pay of $81.26 per hour, about $169,020 a year. The middle half earn between $62.89 and $81.31 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is Vallejo a good place for radiologic technologists once cost of living is counted?

Vallejo ranks 1st of 306 metro areas for radiologic technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 1st of 342 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% above the U.S. average.

Where do radiologic technologists work in Vallejo?

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Vallejo, led by Sutter Solano Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a California license to work in Vallejo 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 Vallejo?

The federal per diem benchmark in Vallejo 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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Pay report · Rad Tech near Vallejo, CA
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Your Rad Tech pay reportVallejo, 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

  1. Radiology Tech IPer diem
    $42.52–$52.95/ hour
    CommonSpirit Health · Camarillo, CA · posted today
  2. Diagnostic Radiologic TechnologistPermanent
    $84k–$109k/ year
    Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Camp Pendleton, CA · posted yesterday

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