Search Marketing Strategists Salary in California
Search Marketing Strategists in California earn a median of $94,700 a year, +20% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $94,700
- vs. U.S. median
- +20% ($78,760)
- Rank among states
- 6 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 119,070
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,440; the top 10% earn over $181,600. Nationally the range is $43,390 to $155,480.
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Search Marketing Strategists pay in California
How much do search marketing strategists make in California?
The median is $94,700 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,440 and the top 10% earn over $181,600. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for search marketing strategists?
On pay alone it ranks 6 of 51 (+20% vs. the national median of $78,760). Living costs are not included.