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Social and Community Service Managers Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Social and Community Service Managers make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$83,210
Median Annual Salary
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+3.8% vs 2024
$95,910
Mean Salary
$83,210
Median Salary
$40.00
Hourly Rate
33,510 people work as Social and Community Service Managers in California
Social and Community Service Managers salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Social and Community Service Managers in California earn a median salary of $83,210 per year ($6,934/month).
This is 4.1% above the national average of $79,953.
California ranks #15 out of 51 states for Social and Community Service Managers pay.
Approximately 33,510 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 3.8% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Social and Community Service Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of a social service program or community outreach organization. Oversee the program or organization's budget and policies regarding participant involvement, program requirements, and benefits. Work may involve directing social workers, counselors, or probation officers.
Top Skills
Social Perceptiveness
4.0
Service Orientation
4.0
Active Listening
3.88
Critical Thinking
3.88
Active Learning
3.88
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.61
Administration and Management
4.37
English Language
4.29
Psychology
4.06
Education and Training
3.92
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(50.4% of workers)
Salary Range: Social and Community Service Managers in California
Salaries for Social and Community Service Managers in California range from $56,510 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $149,280 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $70,810 and $114,090.
How much do Social and Community Service Managers make in California?
The median annual salary for Social and Community Service Managers in California is $83,210 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $95,910.
What is the salary range for a Social and Community Service Managers in California?
Salaries for Social and Community Service Managers in California range from $56,510 at the 10th percentile to $149,280 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $70,810 and $114,090.
What is the starting salary for a Social and Community Service Managers in California?
Entry-level Social and Community Service Managers positions in California typically start around $56,510 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $70,810 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Social and Community Service Managers in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 33,510 people are employed as Social and Community Service Managers in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Social and Community Service Managers in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Social and Community Service Managers in California is approximately $40.00 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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