Purchasing Managers Salary in California
Purchasing Managers in California earn a median of $159,830 a year, +8% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $159,830
- vs. U.S. median
- +8% ($148,080)
- Rank among states
- 11 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 7,470
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $99,560; the top 10% earn over $241,340. Nationally the range is $92,490 to $223,280.
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Purchasing Managers pay in California
How much do purchasing managers make in California?
The median is $159,830 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $99,560 and the top 10% earn over $241,340. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for purchasing managers?
On pay alone it ranks 11 of 50 (+8% vs. the national median of $148,080). Living costs are not included.