How much does a media and communication worker make in California?
$102,600a year
Median yearly pay for media and communication workers in California. That is $49.34 an hour or $8,553 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.34
- Vs. national median
- +39%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 9,940
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,140Median: $102,600Highest 10%: $170,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,140 | $21.22 | |
| 25th | $63,530 | $30.54 | |
| Median | $102,600 | $49.34 | |
| 75th | $105,700 | $50.80 | |
| 90th | $170,400 | $81.93 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Los Angeles, CA | $103,100 |
| San Francisco, CA | $89,050 |
| Sacramento, CA | $85,950 |
| San Diego, CA | $85,180 |
| Riverside, CA | $78,680 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for media and communication workers.
| 1. California | $102,600 |
| 2. New York | $81,110 |
| 3. Rhode Island | $72,830 |
| 4. Minnesota | $71,090 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a media and communication worker make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $49.34 ($102,600 a year).
Do media and communication workers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $102,600 against $73,620 nationally, 39% more.
Where does California rank for media and communication worker pay?
California ranks 1 of 35 states.
Which city in California pays media and communication workers the most?
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA, with a median of $103,100 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.