SOC 43-5032 · California · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance in California is $57,678 per year ($27.73/hr). This is 18% higher than the national median of $48,880. The middle 50% earn between $47,493 and $72,601 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $89,831.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $19.64 | $40,841 | +18.0% |
| P25 | $22.83 | $47,493 | +18.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $27.73 | $57,678 | +18.0% |
| P75 | $34.90 | $72,601 | +18.0% |
| P90 | $43.19 | $89,831 | +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 Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance in California is approximately $57,678, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 18% higher than the national median of $48,880.
Entry-level Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance (10th percentile) in California earn approximately $40,841 per year. The 25th percentile is $47,493. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $89,831.
California pays 18% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $48,880 vs $57,678 in California. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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