Desktop Publishers Salary in California
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • California
Desktop Publishers in California earn a median salary of $62,535 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, +16.6% vs the national median of $53,620. An estimated 300 desktop publishers are employed across California, with salaries ranging from $37,200 to $74,410 depending on location.
$62,535
Avg median salary in California
$74,410
Highest paying metro
$37,200
Lowest paying metro
300
Employed in California
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Desktop Publishers salaries by city in California
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $74,410 | $57,730 | $82,690 | 150 |
| Sacramento, CA | $72,820 | $63,840 | $80,770 | 50 |
| San Francisco, CA | $65,710 | $46,330 | $94,110 | 60 |
| San Diego, CA | $37,200 | $34,690 | $64,820 | 40 |