Economist Salary in California
Explore economist salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$117,722
Monthly: $9,810
Biweekly: $4,528
Entry Level
$69,761
Monthly: $5,813
Biweekly: $2,683
Senior Level
$161,322
Monthly: $13,444
Biweekly: $6,205
Job Growth
17%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $69,761 | $117,722 | $161,322 |
| Monthly | $5,813 | $9,810 | $13,444 |
| Biweekly | $2,683 | $4,528 | $6,205 |
| Weekly | $1,342 | $2,264 | $3,102 |
| Hourly | $34 | $57 | $78 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$91,970
CA Median
$117,722
Difference
+$25,752
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Research economic data and trends to inform policy and business decisions.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Economics; Master's or PhD common for research roles
Key Skills
Economic AnalysisData InterpretationResearchPolicy Analysis
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