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Sales Managers Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Sales Managers make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$134,910
Median Annual Salary
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+1.9% vs 2024
$160,260
Mean Salary
$134,910
Median Salary
$64.86
Hourly Rate
112,440 people work as Sales Managers in California
Sales Managers salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Sales Managers in California earn a median salary of $134,910 per year ($11,242/month).
This is 3.2% below the national average of $139,365.
California ranks #27 out of 50 states for Sales Managers pay.
Approximately 112,440 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 1.9% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Sales Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer. Coordinate sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals and establish training programs for sales representatives. Analyze sales statistics gathered by staff to determine sales potential and inventory requirements and monitor the preferences of customers.
Top Skills
Persuasion
4.12
Active Listening
4.0
Speaking
4.0
Reading Comprehension
3.88
Critical Thinking
3.88
Key Knowledge Areas
Sales and Marketing
4.7
Customer and Personal Service
4.48
English Language
4.32
Administration and Management
4.0
Education and Training
3.35
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(65.2% of workers)
Salaries for Sales Managers in California range from $64,430 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $300,580 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $91,210 and $206,710.
The median annual salary for Sales Managers in California is $134,910 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $160,260.
What is the salary range for a Sales Managers in California?
Salaries for Sales Managers in California range from $64,430 at the 10th percentile to $300,580 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $91,210 and $206,710.
What is the starting salary for a Sales Managers in California?
Entry-level Sales Managers positions in California typically start around $64,430 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $91,210 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Sales Managers in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 112,440 people are employed as Sales Managers in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Sales Managers in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Sales Managers in California is approximately $64.86 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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