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Marriage and Family Therapists Salary in California
Ranked #10 of 45 · CA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of marriage and family therapistss in California earn between $46,350 and $130,340. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean marriage and family therapists salary in California is $79,440, about 3.2% above the U.S. average ($76,960). That works out to roughly $38/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in California
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $95,110 | $105,320 | 1,180 |
| Vallejo, CA | $93,810 | $97,720 | 150 |
| Napa, CA | $88,520 | $100,790 | 50 |
| Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA | $85,450 | $93,290 | 220 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $84,080 | $93,930 | 290 |
| Chico, CA | $81,780 | $90,700 | 90 |
| North Valley-Northern Mountains Region of California nonmetropolitan area | $81,350 | $91,300 | 60 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $77,210 | $95,400 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do marriage and family therapists make in California?
The median marriage and family therapists salary in California is $67,300 per year (mean $79,440), and about 80% earn between $46,350 and $130,340.
How much do marriage and family therapists make per hour in California?
Roughly $38 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $79,440 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is California a high-paying state for marriage and family therapists?
California ranks #10 of 45 states for marriage and family therapists pay. Its mean salary of $79,440 is about 3.2% above the U.S. average of $76,960.
Which metro areas in California pay marriage and family therapists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in California for marriage and family therapists are San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA ($95,110), Vallejo, CA ($93,810), Napa, CA ($88,520), by median annual wage.