Epidemiologists Salary in California
Epidemiologists in California earn a median of $110,760 a year, +27% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $110,760
- vs. U.S. median
- +27% ($87,220)
- Rank among states
- 3 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 1,480
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $71,910; the top 10% earn over $168,220. Nationally the range is $61,270 to $138,800.
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Epidemiologists pay in California
How much do epidemiologists make in California?
The median is $110,760 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $71,910 and the top 10% earn over $168,220. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for epidemiologists?
On pay alone it ranks 3 of 42 (+27% vs. the national median of $87,220). Living costs are not included.