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Academic counselor salary in California

How much does an Academic Counselor make in California?

Average base salary

$75,721
38%
above national average
Estimated take-home pay: $63,323 
Average $75,721
Low $42,241
High $135,738

The average salary for a academic counselor is $75,721 per year in California. 38 salaries reported, updated at September 14, 2023

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Top companies for Academic Counselors in California

  1. California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo
    4.1
    196 reviews7 salaries reported
    $90,339per year
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Highest paying cities for Academic Counselors near California

  1. San Luis Obispo, CA
    $90,339 per year
    7 salaries reported
  2. Aptos, CA
    $86,063 per year
    6 salaries reported
  3. Soquel, CA
    $82,268 per year
    5 salaries reported
  1. South Lake Tahoe, CA
    $77,556 per year
    5 salaries reported
  2. Chula Vista, CA
    $77,462 per year
    6 salaries reported
  3. El Cerrito, CA
    $75,879 per year
    8 salaries reported
  1. Watsonville, CA
    $66,463 per year
    8 salaries reported
  2. Los Angeles, CA
    $61,511 per year
    6 salaries reported
  3. Cupertino, CA
    $54,622 per year
    7 salaries reported
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Salary satisfaction

Based on 183 ratings

48% of Academic Counselors in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.

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