How much does an area make in California?
$105,200a year
Median yearly pay for areas in California. That is $50.59 an hour or $8,768 a month.
- Hourly
- $50.59
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 770
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $67,020Median: $105,200Highest 10%: $191,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $67,020 | $32.22 | |
| 25th | $88,110 | $42.36 | |
| Median | $105,200 | $50.59 | |
| 75th | $148,600 | $71.45 | |
| 90th | $191,700 | $92.17 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Santa Maria, CA | $145,500 |
| San Jose, CA | $129,300 |
| San Francisco, CA | $125,900 |
| San Diego, CA | $119,000 |
| Sacramento, CA | $104,400 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $102,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for areas.
| 1. New Hampshire | $125,500 |
| 2. Kansas | $107,100 |
| 3. California | $105,200 |
| 4. Rhode Island | $104,500 |
| 5. Maine | $103,100 |
| 6. New York | $101,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an area make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $50.59 ($105,200 a year).
Do areas make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $105,200 against $85,020 nationally, 24% more.
Where does California rank for area pay?
California ranks 3 of 37 states.
Which city in California pays areas the most?
Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA, with a median of $145,500 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.