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Radiation Therapists Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Radiation Therapists make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$166,450
Median Annual Salary
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+4.0% vs 2024
$161,890
Mean Salary
$166,450
Median Salary
$80.02
Hourly Rate
1,720 people work as Radiation Therapists in California
Radiation Therapists salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Radiation Therapists in California earn a median salary of $166,450 per year ($13,870/month).
This is 60.5% above the national average of $103,684.
California ranks #1 out of 46 states for Radiation Therapists pay.
Approximately 1,720 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 4.0% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Radiation Therapists
Provide radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by a radiation oncologist according to established practices and standards. Duties may include reviewing prescription and diagnosis; acting as liaison with physician and supportive care personnel; preparing equipment, such as immobilization, treatment, and protection devices; and maintaining records, reports, and files. May assist in dosimetry procedures and tumor localization.
Top Skills
Reading Comprehension
3.75
Active Listening
3.75
Critical Thinking
3.5
Social Perceptiveness
3.38
Operations Monitoring
3.38
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.56
English Language
4.04
Medicine and Dentistry
3.95
Physics
3.77
Mathematics
3.62
Typical Education: Associate's Degree
(50.1% of workers)
Salaries for Radiation Therapists in California range from $130,150 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $208,100 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $131,570 and $182,140.
How much do Radiation Therapists make in California?
The median annual salary for Radiation Therapists in California is $166,450 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $161,890.
What is the salary range for a Radiation Therapists in California?
Salaries for Radiation Therapists in California range from $130,150 at the 10th percentile to $208,100 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $131,570 and $182,140.
What is the starting salary for a Radiation Therapists in California?
Entry-level Radiation Therapists positions in California typically start around $130,150 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $131,570 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Radiation Therapists in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,720 people are employed as Radiation Therapists in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Radiation Therapists in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Radiation Therapists in California is approximately $80.02 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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