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Epidemiologists Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Epidemiologists make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$110,760
Median Annual Salary
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+10.3% vs 2024
$118,540
Mean Salary
$110,760
Median Salary
$53.25
Hourly Rate
1,480 people work as Epidemiologists in California
Epidemiologists salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Epidemiologists in California earn a median salary of $110,760 per year ($9,230/month).
This is 31.2% above the national average of $84,390.
California ranks #3 out of 42 states for Epidemiologists pay.
Approximately 1,480 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 10.3% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Epidemiologists
Investigate and describe the determinants and distribution of disease, disability, or health outcomes. May develop the means for prevention and control.
Top Skills
Reading Comprehension
4.25
Critical Thinking
4.25
Complex Problem Solving
4.25
Judgment and Decision Making
4.25
Active Listening
4.12
Key Knowledge Areas
Mathematics
4.5
Biology
4.26
Medicine and Dentistry
4.0
English Language
4.0
Computers and Electronics
3.53
Typical Education: Master's Degree
(66.7% of workers)
Salaries for Epidemiologists in California range from $71,910 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $168,220 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $86,310 and $133,970.
The median annual salary for Epidemiologists in California is $110,760 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $118,540.
What is the salary range for a Epidemiologists in California?
Salaries for Epidemiologists in California range from $71,910 at the 10th percentile to $168,220 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $86,310 and $133,970.
What is the starting salary for a Epidemiologists in California?
Entry-level Epidemiologists positions in California typically start around $71,910 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $86,310 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Epidemiologists in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,480 people are employed as Epidemiologists in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Epidemiologists in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Epidemiologists in California is approximately $53.25 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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