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Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Lynwood, CA
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Lynwood area earn a median of $48.95 per hour, about $101,820 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $34.40 and $63.45. That ranks 47th of 267 U.S. metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay, and 118th of 248 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Lynwood. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Lynwood.
- $48.95median pay per hour, Los Angeles
- $34–$63typical range per hour
- 3,470employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 16% below the California statewide median of $58.09 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.95 per hour. BLS counts about 3,470 diagnostic medical sonographers employed in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.00).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $25.00 | $52,000 | 42% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $34.40 | $71,550 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $48.95 | $101,820 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $63.45 | $131,980 | 48% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $78.29 | $162,840 | 82% above U.S. median |
How Lynwood ranks
- 47th of 267 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 118th of 248 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, 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 Lynwood
- Overall prices in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim run 14% above the U.S. average (index 113.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 70% above the U.S. average (index 170.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $48.95 median hour buys what $43.10 buys at the national price level, in line with 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.
Estimate your Lynwood paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,762
- Per year: $88,110
- Per month: $7,342
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lynwood
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $191 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,939 |
| 13-week assignment | $25,207 |
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).
Hospitals in Lynwood
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lynwood, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of diagnostic medical sonographers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Francis Medical Center Lynwood, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Gate, CA | 1 mi | $48.95/hr | 90,805 |
| Compton, CA | 3 mi | $48.95/hr | 91,129 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in California · Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs nationwide
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.
California taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do diagnostic medical sonographers make in Lynwood, CA?
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim metro area have a median pay of $48.95 per hour, about $101,820 a year. The middle half earn between $34.40 and $63.45 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lynwood a good place for diagnostic medical sonographers once cost of living is counted?
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim ranks 118th of 248 metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay after adjusting for local prices, and 47th of 267 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring diagnostic medical sonographers in Lynwood?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Lynwood. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Lynwood.
Do I need a California license to work in Lynwood 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 Lynwood?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lynwood is $191 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,939 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place diagnostic medical sonographers in Lynwood?
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Your Sonographer pay reportLynwood, CA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Central Maine Healthcare CorporationLynwood, CA · 2 postings$46.72/ hr$39–$54
- 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
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
+ 28 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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