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MFM Sonographer l
Kaweah Delta Health Care District · Visalia, CA
$45.53–$68.30/ hour
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Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Salinas, CA
Pay for diagnostic medical sonographers in the Salinas area centers on $55.29 per hour, or about $115,010 a year. The lower quarter earns under $45.32 and the upper quarter over $62.51. That ranks 17th of 267 U.S. metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay, and 30th of 248 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Salinas. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Salinas.
- $55.29median pay per hour, Salinas
- $45–$63typical range per hour
- 60employed in the metro area
- 109cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer pay in Salinas, CA
The metro median is 5% below the California statewide median of $58.09 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.95 per hour. BLS counts about 60 diagnostic medical sonographers employed in the Salinas metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.56).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $41.21 | $85,720 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $45.32 | $94,270 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Median | $55.29 | $115,010 | 29% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $62.51 | $130,020 | 46% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $71.26 | $148,220 | 66% above U.S. median |
How Salinas ranks
- 17th of 267 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 30th of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 14th 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 Salinas
- Overall prices in Salinas run 9% above the U.S. average (index 109.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 46% above the U.S. average (index 145.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $55.29 median hour buys what $50.71 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$1,990
- Per year: $99,522
- Per month: $8,294
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Salinas metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Salinas
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $209 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,107 |
| 13-week assignment | $27,391 |
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
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Salinas as they open.
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Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · National City, CA
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RadNet · Bakersfield, CA
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Hospitals in Salinas
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Salinas, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of diagnostic medical sonographers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salinas Valley Health Medical Center Salinas, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Natividad Medical Center Salinas, CA | Acute care | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watsonville, CA | 18 mi | $73.07/hr | 51,320 |
| Gilroy, CA | 22 mi | $82.02/hr | 60,390 |
| Santa Cruz, CA | 30 mi | $73.07/hr | 62,581 |
| San Jose, CA | 43 mi | $82.02/hr | 997,368 |
| Cupertino, CA | 49 mi | $82.02/hr | 58,710 |
| Santa Clara, CA | 50 mi | $82.02/hr | 133,132 |
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.
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Common questions
How much do diagnostic medical sonographers make in Salinas, CA?
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Salinas metro area have a median pay of $55.29 per hour, about $115,010 a year. The middle half earn between $45.32 and $62.51 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Salinas a good place for diagnostic medical sonographers once cost of living is counted?
Salinas ranks 30th of 248 metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay after adjusting for local prices, and 17th of 267 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% above the U.S. average.
Where do diagnostic medical sonographers work in Salinas?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Salinas, led by Salinas Valley Health Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a California license to work in Salinas 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 Salinas?
The federal per diem benchmark in Salinas is $209 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,107 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your Sonographer pay reportSalinas, 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
+ 28 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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