Compliance Officers Salary in Santa Maria, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA

Median annual salary $82,220 +4.8% vs national
Median hourly $39.53
10th percentile $58,080
90th percentile $137,510
Employed locally 390
National median $78,420

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,080
    25th
    $70,720
    50th (median)
    $82,220
    75th
    $110,700
    90th
    $137,510

    Santa Maria economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.50% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $95,977 2023 • Census ACS
    Compliance Officers salary vs area income 86% Median Compliance Officers salary is 14% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Compliance Officers make per hour in Santa Maria?

    The median hourly wage for Compliance Officers in Santa Maria, CA is $39.53, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $69.14 or more per hour.

    Is Santa Maria above or below average for Compliance Officers salaries?

    The median Compliance Officers salary in Santa Maria, CA is 4.8% above the national median of $78,420. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Compliance Officers in Santa Maria?

    Entry-level Compliance Officers (10th percentile) earn around $58,080 per year in Santa Maria, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $70,720.