Telemarketers Salary in California
Telemarketers in California earn a median of $46,000 a year, +30% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $46,000
- vs. U.S. median
- +30% ($35,450)
- Rank among states
- 3 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 3,880
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,320; the top 10% earn over $60,400. Nationally the range is $27,040 to $50,350.
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Telemarketers pay in California
How much do telemarketers make in California?
The median is $46,000 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,320 and the top 10% earn over $60,400. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for telemarketers?
On pay alone it ranks 3 of 41 (+30% vs. the national median of $35,450). Living costs are not included.