📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

Travel Agent Salary in California (2026)

California · 42.0% above national average · High Demand

Average
$67,138
per year
Median
$61,458
per year
Hourly
$32.28
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$43,353
25th Percentile — Junior$56,133
50th Percentile — Median$61,458
75th Percentile — Senior$84,888
90th Percentile — Top Earners$95,733
💡 Top-earning Travel Agents in California make up to $95,733 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
$53.9k
2021
$56.3k
2022
$58.8k
2023
$61.5k
2024
$64.2k
2025
$67.1k
2026
📈 Travel Agent salaries in California have followed the national trend with 4.5% annual growth. The strong demand in California's job market supports continued salary increases.
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Travel Agent Salary by City in California
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Los Angeles $104,064 +55.0% High
San Diego $99,364 +48.0% High
San Jose $115,477 +72.0% High
San Francisco $124,205 +85.0% High
Fresno $72,509 +8.0% High
Sacramento $81,908 +22.0% High
Long Beach $97,350 +45.0% High
Bakersfield $72,509 +8.0% High
Anaheim $95,336 +42.0% High
Santa Ana $93,993 +40.0% High
Riverside $85,937 +28.0% High
Stockton $79,223 +18.0% High
Irvine $104,064 +55.0% High
San Bernardino $79,223 +18.0% High
Modesto $75,195 +12.0% High
Fontana $81,908 +22.0% High
Moreno Valley $77,209 +15.0% High
Glendale $99,364 +48.0% High
Fremont $107,421 +60.0% High
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Travel Agent Job Market in California
Key factors affecting compensation

California is home to a very strong job market for Travel Agents. The state's key industries — Technology, Entertainment, Agriculture — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $67,138 per year, California's Travel Agent 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 $43,353–$56,133, while experienced Travel Agents can command $84,888–$95,733.

Looking ahead, the Travel Agent profession in California is projected to grow at 4.5% 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 Travel Agent salary in California is $67,138 per year in 2026, which is 42.0% above the national average of $47,280.
  • San Francisco and San Jose typically pay Travel Agents 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 Travel Agent employment.
  • At $67,138/year, California Travel Agent salaries are 42.0% higher than the national average of $47,280/year.