SOC 33-9099 · California · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Protective Service Workers, All Other in California is $49,088 per year ($23.60/hr). This is 18% higher than the national median of $41,600. The middle 50% earn between $41,946 and $64,084 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $85,757.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $17.37 | $36,129 | +18.0% |
| P25 | $20.17 | $41,946 | +18.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $23.60 | $49,088 | +18.0% |
| P75 | $30.81 | $64,084 | +18.0% |
| P90 | $41.23 | $85,757 | +18.0% |
The overall labor market contracted slightly in February: 5.0M separations vs 4.8M hires. Hiring rate hit 3.1%, the lowest since April 2020. The "Great Stay" persists with quits at 1.9% for 8 consecutive months.
The median (P50) annual salary for Protective Service Workers, All Other in California is approximately $49,088, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 18% higher than the national median of $41,600.
Entry-level Protective Service Workers, All Other (10th percentile) in California earn approximately $36,129 per year. The 25th percentile is $41,946. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $85,757.
California pays 18% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $41,600 vs $49,088 in California. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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