Credit Counselors and Loan Officers Salary in California

$44,454 $144,265
10th pct Median: $83,875 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$44,454
25th Percentile$60,390
50th (Median)$83,875
75th Percentile$115,747
90th (Top Earners)$144,265
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The California median salary of $83,875 for Credit Counselors and Loan Officers has the purchasing power of approximately $55,954 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

California's higher cost of living (COL index: 149.9) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Credit Counselors and Loan Officers make in California?
Credit Counselors and Loan Officers in California earn a median annual salary of $83,875 per year ($40.32/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $67,100.
Is California a good state for Credit Counselors and Loan Officers?
California pays above the national average for credit counselors and loan officers, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in California is higher average (COL index: 149.9).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Credit Counselors and Loan Officers in California?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 149.9 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $83,875 salary in California has the purchasing power of approximately $55,954 in Missouri. Higher living costs in California reduce real purchasing power.
How does California compare to neighboring states for Credit Counselors and Loan Officers salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Credit Counselors and Loan Officers salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in California

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Radiologists $387,400
2 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $382,775
3 Neurologists $369,500
4 Surgeons, All Other $368,150
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $339,850
6 Psychiatrists $312,248
7 Physicians, Pathologists $304,900
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $304,175
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Credit Counselors and Loan Officers in California

Credit Counselors and Loan Officers work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the business finance sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Bachelor's degree

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