SOC 15-1211 · California · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Computer Systems Analysts in California is $127,678 per year ($61.38/hr). This is 18% higher than the national median of $108,202. The middle 50% earn between $96,752 and $168,126 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $218,123.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $34.59 | $71,938 | +18.0% |
| P25 | $46.52 | $96,752 | +18.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $61.38 | $127,678 | +18.0% |
| P75 | $80.83 | $168,126 | +18.0% |
| P90 | $104.87 | $218,123 | +18.0% |
Information sector openings declined modestly (-9K) in February. Quit rates dropped to 1.3%, the lowest in a decade. The "Great Stay" is strongest in tech: employees are staying put, giving employers maximum leverage on new offers.
The median (P50) annual salary for Computer Systems Analysts in California is approximately $127,678, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 18% higher than the national median of $108,202.
Entry-level Computer Systems Analysts (10th percentile) in California earn approximately $71,938 per year. The 25th percentile is $96,752. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $218,123.
California pays 18% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $108,202 vs $127,678 in California. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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