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Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$76,490
Median Annual Salary
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+3.5% vs 2024
$88,460
Mean Salary
$76,490
Median Salary
$36.77
Hourly Rate
134,800 people work as Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products in California
Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products in California earn a median salary of $76,490 per year ($6,374/month).
This is 11.1% above the national average of $68,871.
California ranks #11 out of 51 states for Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products pay.
Approximately 134,800 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 3.5% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products
Sell goods for wholesalers or manufacturers to businesses or groups of individuals. Work requires substantial knowledge of items sold.
Top Skills
Active Listening
4.0
Speaking
4.0
Social Perceptiveness
3.75
Persuasion
3.75
Negotiation
3.75
Key Knowledge Areas
Sales and Marketing
4.92
Customer and Personal Service
4.84
English Language
4.36
Mathematics
3.94
Transportation
3.7
Typical Education: Some College Courses
(14.2% of workers)
Salary Range: Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products in California
Salaries for Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products in California range from $43,200 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $152,760 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $56,460 and $104,870.
Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products Salary by State
Compare Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products pay across states — sorted by highest median salary.
How much do Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products make in California?
The median annual salary for Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products in California is $76,490 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $88,460.
What is the salary range for a Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products in California?
Salaries for Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products in California range from $43,200 at the 10th percentile to $152,760 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $56,460 and $104,870.
What is the starting salary for a Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products in California?
Entry-level Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products positions in California typically start around $43,200 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $56,460 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 134,800 people are employed as Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products in California is approximately $36.77 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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