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Communications manager salary in California (Updated 2026)

How much does a Communications Manager make in California?

Average base salary

$119,899
29%
above national average
Average $119,899
Low $69,152
High $207,887

The average salary for a communications manager is $119,899 per year in California. 274 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 12, 2026).

Communications Manager job openings in California

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Communications Manager
Temple Israel of Hollywood4out of 5 stars.
Los Angeles, CA
$72,000 - $80,000 a year
Full-time
2 days ago

Highest paying companies for Communications Manager in California

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Cloud Software Group
 
$212,109per year
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Hewlett Packard Enterprise | H...
 
$208,750per year
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Lam Research
 
$204,000per year
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Capital Group
 
$203,514per year
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PlayStation
 
$202,367per year
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Los Angeles County
 
$194,905per year
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Highest paying cities for Communications Managers near California

  1. Palo Alto, CA
    $161,629 per year
  2. Irvine, CA
    $151,789 per year
  3. San Jose, CA
    $148,534 per year
  4. San Francisco, CA
    $141,055 per year
  5. San Diego, CA
    $140,103 per year

Where can a Communications Manager earn more?

Compare salaries for Communications Managers in different locations
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