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Construction Managers Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Construction Managers make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$133,160
Median Annual Salary
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+3.2% vs 2024
$141,670
Mean Salary
$133,160
Median Salary
$64.02
Hourly Rate
34,750 people work as Construction Managers in California
Construction Managers salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Construction Managers in California earn a median salary of $133,160 per year ($11,096/month).
This is 16.5% above the national average of $114,256.
California ranks #6 out of 51 states for Construction Managers pay.
Approximately 34,750 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 3.2% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Construction Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate, usually through subordinate supervisory personnel, activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems. Participate in the conceptual development of a construction project and oversee its organization, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation. Includes managers in specialized construction fields, such as carpentry or plumbing.
Top Skills
Coordination
4.0
Management of Personnel Resources
4.0
Active Listening
3.88
Speaking
3.88
Monitoring
3.88
Key Knowledge Areas
Building and Construction
4.89
Administration and Management
4.35
Engineering and Technology
4.21
English Language
4.0
Customer and Personal Service
3.7
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(90.0% of workers)
Salaries for Construction Managers in California range from $82,100 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $211,970 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $102,780 and $168,070.
How much do Construction Managers make in California?
The median annual salary for Construction Managers in California is $133,160 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $141,670.
What is the salary range for a Construction Managers in California?
Salaries for Construction Managers in California range from $82,100 at the 10th percentile to $211,970 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $102,780 and $168,070.
What is the starting salary for a Construction Managers in California?
Entry-level Construction Managers positions in California typically start around $82,100 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $102,780 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Construction Managers in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 34,750 people are employed as Construction Managers in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Construction Managers in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Construction Managers in California is approximately $64.02 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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