Sociologists Salary in California
Ranked #4 of 11 · CA
7.1% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $123,090 ≈ $59/hr
Median annual salary $125,770
Employment 590
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $85,030P25 $98,770 Median $125,770P75 $138,710P90 $161,710
About 80% of sociologistss in California earn between $85,030 and $161,710. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean sociologists salary in California is $123,090, about 7.1% above the U.S. average ($114,920). That works out to roughly $59/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in California
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $134,770 | $131,480 | 110 |
| Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA | $131,170 | $124,360 | 40 |
| Stockton-Lodi, CA | $131,170 | $120,950 | 30 |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA | $124,540 | $125,220 | 70 |