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Salary · California · BLS OEWS May 2024

Natural Sciences Managers Salary in California

In California, natural sciences managers earn a median of $204,100 per year.

Median (California)
$204,100
Bottom 10%
$121,420
Top 10%
$239,200+
Employed in California
14,120

How California compares

Refit analysis ·In California, natural sciences managers earn a median of $204,100 — 27% above the national median of $161,180. Locally the range runs $121,420 to $239,200+. About 14,120 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·California ranks #2 of 50 states for natural sciences managers pay — roughly the 98th percentile among states. That trails the top-paying state (Massachusetts, $218,800) by 7%. State employment of about 14,120 also shapes how competitive local openings are.

National benchmark

US median
$161,180
US bottom 10%
$79,830
US top 10%
$239,200+

Skills that move pay in this role

  • Science
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking
  • Monitoring
  • Writing
  • Speaking
  • Active Learning

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