Acupuncturists Salary in California
Acupuncturists in California earn a median of $75,530 a year, −1% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $75,530
- vs. U.S. median
- −1% ($76,040)
- Rank among states
- 15 of 24
- Jobs in the state
- 2,520
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,810; the top 10% earn over $186,300. Nationally the range is $38,830 to $161,470.
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Acupuncturists pay in California
How much do acupuncturists make in California?
The median is $75,530 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,810 and the top 10% earn over $186,300. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for acupuncturists?
On pay alone it ranks 15 of 24 (−1% vs. the national median of $76,040). Living costs are not included.