Training and Development Managers Salary in California
Training and Development Managers in California earn a median of $156,260 a year, +17% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $156,260
- vs. U.S. median
- +17% ($133,000)
- Rank among states
- 5 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 6,680
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $96,900; the top 10% earn over $274,960. Nationally the range is $79,550 to $233,600.
States ranked near California
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- Compensation and Benefits Managers$166,730 median in California
Training and Development Managers pay in California
How much do training and development managers make in California?
The median is $156,260 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $96,900 and the top 10% earn over $274,960. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for training and development managers?
On pay alone it ranks 5 of 48 (+17% vs. the national median of $133,000). Living costs are not included.