Environmental Economists Salary in California
Environmental Economists in California earn a median of $119,410 a year, −4% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Economists”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $119,410
- vs. U.S. median
- −4% ($124,720)
- Rank among states
- 16 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 860
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $74,030; the top 10% earn over $207,380. Nationally the range is $67,360 to $238,060.
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Environmental Economists pay in California
How much do environmental economists make in California?
The median is $119,410 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $74,030 and the top 10% earn over $207,380. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for environmental economists?
On pay alone it ranks 16 of 40 (−4% vs. the national median of $124,720). Living costs are not included.