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Residential Advisors Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Residential Advisors make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$46,650
Median Annual Salary
▼
-0.4% vs 2024
$50,350
Mean Salary
$46,650
Median Salary
$22.43
Hourly Rate
8,120 people work as Residential Advisors in California
Residential Advisors salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Residential Advisors in California earn a median salary of $46,650 per year ($3,887/month).
This is 15.1% above the national average of $40,533.
California ranks #10 out of 51 states for Residential Advisors pay.
Approximately 8,120 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries decreased by 0.4% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Residential Advisors
Coordinate activities in resident facilities in secondary school and college dormitories, group homes, or similar establishments. Order supplies and determine need for maintenance, repairs, and furnishings. May maintain household records and assign rooms. May assist residents with problem solving or refer them to counseling resources.
Top Skills
Social Perceptiveness
4.0
Active Listening
3.88
Speaking
3.75
Monitoring
3.75
Coordination
3.75
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.45
Administration and Management
4.21
Public Safety and Security
4.05
Education and Training
3.99
English Language
3.92
Typical Education: Some College Courses
(50.2% of workers)
Salaries for Residential Advisors in California range from $35,150 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $70,370 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $39,040 and $57,590.
Median $46,650
P10: $35,150P25: $39,040P75: $57,590P90: $70,370
10th
$35,150
25th
$39,040
Median
$46,650
75th
$57,590
90th
$70,370
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$35,150
$16.90
$2,929
25th Percentile
$39,040
$18.77
$3,253
Median (50th)
$46,650
$22.43
$3,887
75th Percentile
$57,590
$27.69
$4,799
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$70,370
$33.83
$5,864
Note: The mean (average) salary of $50,350 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Residential Advisors make in California?
The median annual salary for Residential Advisors in California is $46,650 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $50,350.
What is the salary range for a Residential Advisors in California?
Salaries for Residential Advisors in California range from $35,150 at the 10th percentile to $70,370 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $39,040 and $57,590.
What is the starting salary for a Residential Advisors in California?
Entry-level Residential Advisors positions in California typically start around $35,150 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $39,040 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Residential Advisors in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 8,120 people are employed as Residential Advisors in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Residential Advisors in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Residential Advisors in California is approximately $22.43 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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