📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

Construction Supervisor Salary in California (2026)

California · 42.0% above national average · High Demand

Average
$102,254
per year
Median
$96,702
per year
Hourly
$49.16
per hour
🏛️ Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
📅 Dataset: OES May 2025
🔄 Published: May 2026
📍 Coverage: All 50 States + DC
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Salary Range & Percentiles
Pay distribution across experience levels
10th Percentile — Entry Level$65,982
25th Percentile — Junior$84,078
50th Percentile — Median$96,702
75th Percentile — Senior$124,795
90th Percentile — Top Earners$139,785
💡 Top-earning Construction Supervisors in California make up to $139,785 per year. The job market in California is rated very strong, with key industries including Technology, Entertainment, Agriculture.
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Salary Growth Trend (2021–2026)
Six-year compensation trajectory
$86.1k
2021
$89.1k
2022
$92.2k
2023
$95.5k
2024
$98.8k
2025
$102.3k
2026
📈 Construction Supervisor salaries in California have followed the national trend with 3.5% annual growth. The strong demand in California's job market supports continued salary increases.
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Construction Supervisor Salary by City in California
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Los Angeles $158,494 +55.0% High
San Diego $151,336 +48.0% High
San Jose $175,877 +72.0% High
San Francisco $189,170 +85.0% High
Fresno $110,434 +8.0% High
Sacramento $124,750 +22.0% High
Long Beach $148,268 +45.0% High
Bakersfield $110,434 +8.0% High
Anaheim $145,201 +42.0% High
Santa Ana $143,156 +40.0% High
Riverside $130,885 +28.0% High
Stockton $120,660 +18.0% High
Irvine $158,494 +55.0% High
San Bernardino $120,660 +18.0% High
Modesto $114,524 +12.0% High
Fontana $124,750 +22.0% High
Moreno Valley $117,592 +15.0% High
Glendale $151,336 +48.0% High
Fremont $163,606 +60.0% High
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Construction Supervisor Job Market in California
Key factors affecting compensation

California is home to a very strong job market for Construction Supervisors. The state's key industries — Technology, Entertainment, Agriculture — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $102,254 per year, California's Construction Supervisor salaries are 42.0% higher than the national average.

The cost of living in California (index: 1.42) justifies the higher pay scale. Entry-level professionals in California can expect to earn $65,982–$84,078, while experienced Construction Supervisors can command $124,795–$139,785.

Looking ahead, the Construction Supervisor profession in California is projected to grow at 3.5% annually. Major employers are actively hiring, and the state's investment in Technology continues to drive new opportunities for qualified candidates.

🏛️ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OES) · May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this salary
  • The average Construction Supervisor salary in California is $102,254 per year in 2026, which is 42.0% above the national average of $72,010.
  • San Francisco and San Jose typically pay Construction Supervisors the highest wages in California due to higher costs of living and competitive job markets.
  • California has a very strong job market with major industries in Technology, Entertainment, Agriculture. This makes it one of the better states for Construction Supervisor employment.
  • At $102,254/year, California Construction Supervisor salaries are 42.0% higher than the national average of $72,010/year.