Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers Salary in California

$34,212 $111,026
10th pct Median: $64,550 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$34,212
25th Percentile$46,476
50th (Median)$64,550
75th Percentile$89,079
90th (Top Earners)$111,026
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The California median salary of $64,550 for Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers has the purchasing power of approximately $43,062 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 Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers make in California?
Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers in California earn a median annual salary of $64,550 per year ($31.03/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $51,640.
Is California a good state for Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers?
California pays above the national average for title examiners, abstractors, and searchers, 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 Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers in California?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 149.9 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $64,550 salary in California has the purchasing power of approximately $43,062 in Missouri. Higher living costs in California reduce real purchasing power.
How does California compare to neighboring states for Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers 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 Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers in California

Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the legal sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Doctoral or professional degree

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