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Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Citrus Heights, CA
The median diagnostic medical sonographer pay in the Citrus Heights area is $75.79 per hour ($157,640 a year), with the typical range running from $56.72 to $84.17. That ranks 4th of 267 U.S. metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay, and 3rd of 248 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 15 hospitals in the Citrus Heights metro area. The free report below lists employers near Citrus Heights and what they pay.
- $75.79median pay per hour, Sacramento
- $57–$84typical range per hour
- 590employed in the metro area
- 107cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer pay in Citrus Heights, CA
The metro median is 30% above the California statewide median of $58.09 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.95 per hour. BLS counts about 590 diagnostic medical sonographers employed in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.99).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $38.04 | $79,120 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $56.72 | $117,980 | 32% above U.S. median |
| Median | $75.79 | $157,640 | 76% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $84.17 | $175,070 | 96% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $92.32 | $192,030 | 115% above U.S. median |
How Citrus Heights ranks
- 4th of 267 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 3rd of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 21 California metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (SOC 29-2032), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Citrus Heights
- Overall prices in Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom run 7% above the U.S. average (index 106.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 30% above the U.S. average (index 130.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $75.79 median hour buys what $71.05 buys at the national price level, 65% 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$2,728
- Per year: $136,422
- Per month: $11,368
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Citrus Heights
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $150 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,652 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,476 |
Travel diagnostic medical sonographer 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 Diagnostic Medical Sonographer roles in California
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Hospitals in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom area
CMS lists 15 hospitals in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom area, 8 of the 11 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of diagnostic medical sonographers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sutter Roseville Medical Center Roseville, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Woodland Memorial Hospital Woodland, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Roseville Roseville, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Sacramento Sacramento, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital Of Folsom Folsom, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Sutter Davis Hospital Davis, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento Sacramento, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of California Davis Medical Center Sacramento, CA | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy General Hospital Sacramento, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Methodist Hospital Of Sacramento Sacramento, 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.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roseville, CA | 5 mi | $75.79/hr | 163,304 |
| Rocklin, CA | 8 mi | $75.79/hr | 75,129 |
| Yuba City, CA | 36 mi | $58.09/hr | 69,148 |
| Lodi, CA | 40 mi | $59.96/hr | 68,642 |
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License and tax basics in California
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). 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 diagnostic medical sonographers make in Citrus Heights, CA?
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom metro area have a median pay of $75.79 per hour, about $157,640 a year. The middle half earn between $56.72 and $84.17 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Citrus Heights a good place for diagnostic medical sonographers once cost of living is counted?
Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom ranks 3rd of 248 metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay after adjusting for local prices, and 4th of 267 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% above the U.S. average.
Where do diagnostic medical sonographers work in Citrus Heights?
CMS lists 15 hospitals in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom area, led by Sutter Roseville Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a California license to work in Citrus Heights as a diagnostic medical sonographer?
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). 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 Citrus Heights?
The federal per diem benchmark in Citrus Heights is $150 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,652 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your Sonographer pay reportCitrus Heights, CA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- MarinHealthGreenbrae, CA · 3 postings$71.30/ hr$57–$99
- CommonSpirit HealthOXNARD, CA · 5 postings$69.06/ hr$58–$83
- Sharp HealthCareChula Vista, CA · 3 postings$63.34/ hr$55–$77
- Kaweah Delta Health Care DistrictVisalia, CA · 2 postings$58.05/ hr$46–$71
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$30Median$57.41High$76
30 Sonographer postings with published pay in California, 28 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 30 Sonographer roles
- MFM Sonographer lPermanent$45.53–$68.30/ hour
- Ultrasound TechnicianPermanent$39.00–$54.45/ hour
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