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Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$44,740
Median Annual Salary
▼
-1.0% vs 2024
$46,820
Mean Salary
$44,740
Median Salary
$21.51
Hourly Rate
990 people work as Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators in California
Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators in California earn a median salary of $44,740 per year ($3,728/month).
This is 4.6% above the national average of $42,766.
California ranks #14 out of 34 states for Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators pay.
Approximately 990 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries decreased by 1.0% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators
Observe gambling operation for irregular activities such as cheating or theft by either employees or patrons. Investigate potential threats to gambling assets such as money, chips, and gambling equipment. Act as oversight and security agent for management and customers.
Top Skills
Monitoring
4.12
Critical Thinking
3.75
Speaking
3.62
Judgment and Decision Making
3.38
Reading Comprehension
3.25
Key Knowledge Areas
English Language
4.27
Public Safety and Security
4.04
Computers and Electronics
3.67
Mathematics
3.64
Administrative
3.57
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(84.1% of workers)
Salary Range: Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators in California
Salaries for Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators in California range from $37,900 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $58,100 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $42,110 and $47,130.
Median $44,740
P10: $37,900P25: $42,110P75: $47,130P90: $58,100
10th
$37,900
25th
$42,110
Median
$44,740
75th
$47,130
90th
$58,100
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$37,900
$18.22
$3,158
25th Percentile
$42,110
$20.25
$3,509
Median (50th)
$44,740
$21.51
$3,728
75th Percentile
$47,130
$22.66
$3,927
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$58,100
$27.93
$4,841
Note: The mean (average) salary of $46,820 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#14
California ranks #14 of 34 states
$42,766
National avg. for Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators
How much do Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators make in California?
The median annual salary for Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators in California is $44,740 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $46,820.
What is the salary range for a Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators in California?
Salaries for Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators in California range from $37,900 at the 10th percentile to $58,100 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $42,110 and $47,130.
What is the starting salary for a Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators in California?
Entry-level Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators positions in California typically start around $37,900 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $42,110 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 990 people are employed as Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators in California is approximately $21.51 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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