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Laboratory manager salary in California (Updated 2026)

How much does a Laboratory Manager make in California?

Average base salary

$112,878
25%
above national average
Average $112,878
Low $72,240
High $176,376

The average salary for a laboratory manager is $112,878 per year in California. 189 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 15, 2026).

Laboratory Manager job openings in California

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Lab Manager
UCLA Health4.1out of 5 stars.
Los Angeles, CA
$71,845.41 - $115,537.00 a year
2 days ago

Highest paying companies for Laboratory Manager in California

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Malone Solutions
 
$249,600per year
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CrossMed Healthcare Staffing S...
 
$249,600per year
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University of California - San...
 
$203,075per year
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Lam Research
 
$193,250per year
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Kindbody
 
$188,750per year
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Good Samaritan Hospital
 
$188,344per year
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Highest paying cities for Laboratory Managers near California

  1. San Jose, CA
    $186,786 per year
  2. Eureka, CA
    $150,823 per year
  3. Arcata, CA
    $127,045 per year
  4. Los Angeles, CA
    $111,332 per year
  5. Irvine, CA
    $106,051 per year

Where can a Laboratory Manager earn more?

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