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Labor Relations Specialists Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Labor Relations Specialists make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$105,810
Median Annual Salary
▲
+0.5% vs 2024
$112,210
Mean Salary
$105,810
Median Salary
$50.87
Hourly Rate
8,830 people work as Labor Relations Specialists in California
Labor Relations Specialists salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Labor Relations Specialists in California earn a median salary of $105,810 per year ($8,817/month).
This is 23.5% above the national average of $85,671.
California ranks #4 out of 51 states for Labor Relations Specialists pay.
Approximately 8,830 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 0.5% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Labor Relations Specialists
Resolve disputes between workers and managers, negotiate collective bargaining agreements, or coordinate grievance procedures to handle employee complaints.
Top Skills
Active Listening
4.38
Speaking
4.25
Negotiation
4.12
Reading Comprehension
4.0
Writing
4.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Personnel and Human Resources
4.05
English Language
3.68
Law and Government
3.61
Administration and Management
3.14
Education and Training
2.85
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(33.3% of workers)
Salary Range: Labor Relations Specialists in California
Salaries for Labor Relations Specialists in California range from $53,350 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $172,110 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $76,770 and $129,970.
How much do Labor Relations Specialists make in California?
The median annual salary for Labor Relations Specialists in California is $105,810 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $112,210.
What is the salary range for a Labor Relations Specialists in California?
Salaries for Labor Relations Specialists in California range from $53,350 at the 10th percentile to $172,110 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $76,770 and $129,970.
What is the starting salary for a Labor Relations Specialists in California?
Entry-level Labor Relations Specialists positions in California typically start around $53,350 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $76,770 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Labor Relations Specialists in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 8,830 people are employed as Labor Relations Specialists in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Labor Relations Specialists in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Labor Relations Specialists in California is approximately $50.87 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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