Curators Salary in California
Curators in California earn a median of $78,740 a year, +24% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $78,740
- vs. U.S. median
- +24% ($63,420)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 1,140
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $53,390; the top 10% earn over $125,670. Nationally the range is $40,470 to $107,140.
States ranked near California
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Curators pay in California
How much do curators make in California?
The median is $78,740 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $53,390 and the top 10% earn over $125,670. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for curators?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 49 (+24% vs. the national median of $63,420). Living costs are not included.