How much does a mathematician make in California?
$126,700a year
Median yearly pay for mathematicians in California. That is $60.92 an hour or $10,560 a month.
- Hourly
- $60.92
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 12
- Jobs in the state
- 250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $81,230Median: $126,700Highest 10%: $182,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $81,230 | $39.05 | |
| 25th | $101,200 | $48.67 | |
| Median | $126,700 | $60.92 | |
| 75th | $156,500 | $75.23 | |
| 90th | $182,000 | $87.51 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| San Diego, CA | $156,500 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for mathematicians.
| 3. Maryland | $131,800 |
| 4. Illinois | $131,000 |
| 5. New York | $127,000 |
| 6. California | $126,700 |
| 7. Rhode Island | $109,300 |
| 8. Massachusetts | $104,200 |
| 9. Nevada | $102,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mathematician make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $60.92 ($126,700 a year).
Do mathematicians make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $126,700 against $126,700 nationally, 0% more.
Where does California rank for mathematician pay?
California ranks 6 of 12 states.
Which city in California pays mathematicians the most?
San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA, with a median of $156,500 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.