Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| California | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $128,530 | $97,290 | +32% |
| Median hourly wage | $61.79 | $46.77 | +32% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $116,107.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Ultrasound Technician in California is $128,530, or about $61.79 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Ultrasound Technicians is $97,290. California is +32% above the national median.
Entry-level ultrasound technicians in California typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 10,110 ultrasound technician jobs on record and a median salary of $128,530, California offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.