Art Director Salary in California
Explore art director salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$107,302
Monthly: $8,942
Biweekly: $4,127
Entry Level
$62,593
Monthly: $5,216
Biweekly: $2,407
Senior Level
$156,483
Monthly: $13,040
Biweekly: $6,019
Job Growth
18%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $62,593 | $107,302 | $156,483 |
| Monthly | $5,216 | $8,942 | $13,040 |
| Biweekly | $2,407 | $4,127 | $6,019 |
| Weekly | $1,204 | $2,064 | $3,009 |
| Hourly | $30 | $52 | $75 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$83,830
CA Median
$107,302
Difference
+$23,472
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Direct the visual style and design of creative projects.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Art, Design, or related field
Key Skills
Visual DesignLeadershipCreativityProject Management
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