Data Analyst Salary in California
A data analyst in California earns an estimated $96,900 a year ($46.59 an hour). Most workers fall from $65,900 to $140,500, depending on experience and employer.
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Data Analyst pay in California
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $65,900 | $31.68 |
| Median (estimate) | $96,900 | $46.59 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $140,500 | $67.55 |
| US national median | $84,000 | $40.38 |
The California estimate is 15% above the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in California keeps about $72,154 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $2,775.16 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the California paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a data analyst make in California?
About $96,900 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.