Salaries in San Diego, CA
What 29 common jobs pay in the San Diego metro area, highest to lowest median pay. Tap a job for the full range and how to tell if an offer is fair.
| Job | Median | Middle half |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $165,130 | $154,000 – $201,750 |
| Software Developer | $163,270 | $128,590 – $193,980 |
| Registered Nurse | $139,520 | $128,380 – $169,920 |
| Information Security Analyst | $132,120 | $102,320 – $167,480 |
| Dental Hygienist | $123,790 | $121,380 – $126,820 |
| Project Manager | $117,460 | $86,370 – $139,940 |
| Physical Therapist | $113,850 | $96,820 – $133,860 |
| Financial Analyst | $106,040 | $81,400 – $131,860 |
| High School Teacher | $102,810 | $78,920 – $124,670 |
| Web Developer | $98,300 | $79,250 – $135,570 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $97,000 | $75,030 – $110,420 |
| Accountant | $96,340 | $76,690 – $125,190 |
| Human Resources Specialist | $81,300 | $65,710 – $107,800 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $79,720 | $75,440 – $89,040 |
| Marketing Specialist | $79,440 | $57,660 – $116,160 |
| Paralegal | $76,300 | $59,410 – $98,260 |
| Electrician | $76,160 | $60,110 – $101,760 |
| HVAC Technician | $74,880 | $58,330 – $91,690 |
| IT Support Specialist | $74,020 | $60,620 – $86,220 |
| Plumber | $72,510 | $61,390 – $94,480 |
| Truck Driver | $59,780 | $48,370 – $69,650 |
| Bookkeeper | $58,580 | $48,940 – $70,150 |
| Administrative Assistant | $55,380 | $46,730 – $64,080 |
| Pharmacy Technician | $54,500 | $47,920 – $66,750 |
| Medical Assistant | $49,420 | $47,690 – $60,480 |
| Customer Service Representative | $48,730 | $43,800 – $60,280 |
| Nursing Assistant (CNA) | $48,070 | $46,710 – $51,600 |
| Receptionist | $44,390 | $38,330 – $47,460 |
| Warehouse Worker | $43,320 | $37,740 – $47,550 |
Check a specific offer with the salary calculator →
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, San Diego metro. Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.