How much does a desktop publisher make in California?
$71,930a year
Median yearly pay for desktop publishers in California. That is $34.58 an hour or $5,994 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.58
- Vs. national median
- +30%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 27
- Jobs in the state
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,080Median: $71,930Highest 10%: $115,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,080 | $20.23 | |
| 25th | $51,620 | $24.82 | |
| Median | $71,930 | $34.58 | |
| 75th | $94,710 | $45.53 | |
| 90th | $115,400 | $55.49 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| San Francisco, CA | $83,280 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $82,010 |
| Sacramento, CA | $77,750 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for desktop publishers.
| 1. Colorado | $77,750 |
| 2. California | $71,930 |
| 3. Maryland | $69,820 |
| 4. New Jersey | $63,020 |
| 5. South Carolina | $62,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a desktop publisher make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $34.58 ($71,930 a year).
Do desktop publishers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $71,930 against $55,290 nationally, 30% more.
Where does California rank for desktop publisher pay?
California ranks 2 of 27 states.
Which city in California pays desktop publishers the most?
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA, with a median of $83,280 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.