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Diagnostic Medical Sonographers Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Diagnostic Medical Sonographers make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$128,530
Median Annual Salary
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+6.4% vs 2024
$126,610
Mean Salary
$128,530
Median Salary
$61.79
Hourly Rate
10,110 people work as Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in California
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in California earn a median salary of $128,530 per year ($10,710/month).
This is 35.2% above the national average of $95,086.
California ranks #1 out of 51 states for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers pay.
Approximately 10,110 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 6.4% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
Produce ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by physicians. Includes vascular technologists.
Top Skills
Active Listening
3.88
Reading Comprehension
3.75
Speaking
3.75
Social Perceptiveness
3.75
Critical Thinking
3.5
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.55
English Language
4.07
Physics
3.71
Medicine and Dentistry
3.59
Administrative
3.33
Typical Education: Associate's Degree
(47.1% of workers)
Salary Range: Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in California
Salaries for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in California range from $62,890 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $177,780 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $99,510 and $160,580.
How much do Diagnostic Medical Sonographers make in California?
The median annual salary for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in California is $128,530 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $126,610.
What is the salary range for a Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in California?
Salaries for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in California range from $62,890 at the 10th percentile to $177,780 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $99,510 and $160,580.
What is the starting salary for a Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in California?
Entry-level Diagnostic Medical Sonographers positions in California typically start around $62,890 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $99,510 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 10,110 people are employed as Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in California is approximately $61.79 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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