Compliance Officers Salary in California
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for compliance officers in California was $96,980 +20.1% vs national
California vs United States
| California | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Median annual | $96,980 | $80,730 |
| Median hourly | $46.63 | $38.81 |
| Employment | 49,880 | 417,070 |
| Location quotient | 1.02 | 1.00 |
Data source: BLS OES state file (California) · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
The numbers in context
The median wage in California is 20.1% above the national median — a difference of about $16,250 per year for a typical worker.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average compliance officers salary in California?
The median annual wage in California is $96,980 ($46.63 per hour), per BLS OES May 2025 data.
How does California compare to the national average for compliance officers?
The California median of $96,980 is 20.1% higher than the U.S. median of $80,730.
How many compliance officers work in California?
Approximately 49,880 are employed in California, per BLS OES.