Compensation and Benefits Managers Salary in California
In California, compensation and benefits managers earn a median of $160,740 per year.
Median (California)
$160,740
Bottom 10%
$97,020
Top 10%
$239,200+
Employed in California
2,840
How California compares
Refit analysis ·In California, compensation and benefits managers earn a median of $160,740 — 15% above the national median of $140,360. Locally the range runs $97,020 to $239,200+. About 2,840 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·California ranks #8 of 44 states for compensation and benefits managers pay — roughly the 84th percentile among states. That trails the top-paying state (Washington, $206,320) by 28%. State employment of about 2,840 also shapes how competitive local openings are.
National benchmark
US median
$140,360
US bottom 10%
$81,660
US top 10%
$239,200+
Skills that move pay in this role
- Reading Comprehension
- Active Listening
- Writing
- Speaking
- Critical Thinking
- Active Learning
- Monitoring
- Mathematics
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