Audio Engineer Salary in California

How much does an Audio Engineer make in California?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual pay of Audio Engineer in California is $130,436. While Salary.com is seeing that Audio Engineer salary in California can go up to $156,304 or down to $103,404, but most earn between $116,286 and $143,976. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills and your experience levels. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Annual
Salary 		Monthly
Pay 		Weekly
Pay 		Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $143,976 $11,998 $2,769 $69
Average $130,436 $10,870 $2,508 $63
25th Percentile $116,286 $9,691 $2,236 $56
25% $116,286 10% $103,404 90% $156,304 75% $143,976 $130,436 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Highest Paying Cities for Audio Engineer in California

The metropolitan areas that pay the highest salary in the Audio Engineer profession are San Jose, Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Los Gatos, Milpitas, Mountain View, Alviso, Campbell, Saratoga, and Cupertino.

Cities Salary
San Jose $149,156
Santa Clara $149,156
Sunnyvale $149,156
Los Gatos $149,156
Milpitas $149,156
Mountain View $149,156
Alviso $149,156
Campbell $149,156
Saratoga $149,108
Cupertino $149,108

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What does Audio Engineer do?

Audio Engineer designs, develops, and tests electronic systems, components, or circuits for use within equipment or machinery. May use computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform assignments. Being an Audio Engineer applies principles and techniques of electrical engineering to accomplish goals. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering. Additionally, Audio Engineer typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be an Audio Engineer typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. (Copyright 2025 Salary.com)... View full job description

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