Residential Advisors Salary in California
Residential Advisors in California earn a median of $46,650 a year, +10% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $46,650
- vs. U.S. median
- +10% ($42,240)
- Rank among states
- 10 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 8,120
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,150; the top 10% earn over $70,370. Nationally the range is $29,870 to $61,060.
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Residential Advisors pay in California
How much do residential advisors make in California?
The median is $46,650 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,150 and the top 10% earn over $70,370. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for residential advisors?
On pay alone it ranks 10 of 51 (+10% vs. the national median of $42,240). Living costs are not included.