Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes Salary in California
Also called: Talent Agents
Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes in California earn a median of $98,110 a year, +18% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $98,110
- vs. U.S. median
- +18% ($82,890)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 17
- Jobs in the state
- 4,860
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $73,530; the top 10% earn over $298,390. Nationally the range is $48,010 to $284,570.
States ranked near California
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Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes pay in California
How much do agents and business managers of artists, performers, and athletes make in California?
The median is $98,110 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $73,530 and the top 10% earn over $298,390. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for agents and business managers of artists, performers, and athletes?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 17 (+18% vs. the national median of $82,890). Living costs are not included.