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Certified public accountant salary in California, 2026

How much does a Certified Public Accountant make in California?

Average base salary

$100,675
same
as national average
Average $100,675
Low $61,308
High $165,321

The average salary for a certified public accountant is $100,675 per year in California. 254 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 17, 2026).

Certified Public Accountant job openings in California

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Certified Public Accountant/En...
Fortuity Inc
Sherman Oaks, CA
$75,000 a year
Full-time
2 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Certified Public Accountant in California

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Home Comfort
 
$215,000per year
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Apex Service Partners
 
$215,000per year
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Pop-Up Talent
 
$198,000per year
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MERCOR
 
$177,580per year
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BH Properties
 
$175,000per year
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Masis Staffing Solutions
 
$175,000per year
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Highest paying cities for Certified Public Accountants near California

  1. Woodland Hills, CA
    $116,676 per year
  2. San Francisco, CA
    $112,939 per year
  3. Los Angeles, CA
    $110,120 per year
  4. San Jose, CA
    $109,770 per year
  5. San Diego, CA
    $108,002 per year

Where can a Certified Public Accountant earn more?

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