Industrial Ecologists Salary in California
Industrial Ecologists in California earn a median of $106,510 a year, +30% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $106,510
- vs. U.S. median
- +30% ($82,220)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 12,490
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $65,350; the top 10% earn over $161,910. Nationally the range is $52,520 to $140,010.
States ranked near California
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Industrial Ecologists pay in California
How much do industrial ecologists make in California?
The median is $106,510 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $65,350 and the top 10% earn over $161,910. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for industrial ecologists?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 51 (+30% vs. the national median of $82,220). Living costs are not included.