San Diego Salary Percentile
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Where does your salary rank in San Diego? The median salary here is $73K, 24% above the national median of $59K. Enter your salary below to see your exact percentile among San Diego workers.

San Diego median

$73K

National median

$59K

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San Diego salary percentiles — 2024

Percentile	San Diego	National
10th	$19K	$15K
25th	$32K	$26K
50th (median)median	$73K	$59K
75th	$120K	$97K
90th	$179K	$145K
95th	$247K	$200K
99th	$433K	$350K

City figures derived from BLS OEWS 2024 metro area median. National figures from BLS national percentile data.

Key insight

San Diego's median salary of $73K is 24% above the US national median of $59K. The top 25% of San Diego workers earn at least $120K. The top 10% threshold is around $179K.

San Diego salary — frequently asked questions

What is the median salary in San Diego?

The median annual salary in San Diego is approximately $73K based on 2024 BLS data. This is 24% above the national median of $59K.

Where does your salary rank in San Diego?

Use the calculator above to find your exact salary percentile in San Diego. The San Diego median is $73K. If you earn above this, you rank in the top half of San Diego workers. The calculator compares your salary to both the San Diego distribution and the national distribution.

How does San Diego compare to the national median salary?

San Diego's median salary of $73K is 24% above the US national median of $59K. This means San Diego workers earn above the typical American worker on a gross basis. Cost of living differences may affect real purchasing power.

What salary is needed to be in the top 25% in San Diego?

To reach the top 25% of earners in San Diego, you need approximately $120K or more. The top 10% threshold in San Diego is around $179K.

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