Podiatrists Salary in California
Podiatrists in California earn a median of $201,300 a year, +26% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $201,300
- vs. U.S. median
- +26% ($160,300)
- Rank among states
- 15 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 1,000
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $85,480; the top 10% earn over $362,110. Nationally the range is $66,010 to $309,670.
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Podiatrists pay in California
How much do podiatrists make in California?
The median is $201,300 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $85,480 and the top 10% earn over $362,110. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for podiatrists?
On pay alone it ranks 15 of 41 (+26% vs. the national median of $160,300). Living costs are not included.