How much does an Academic Support make in California? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Academic Support in California is $62,254 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, an Academic Support's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,930
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,813 to $70,459
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,128

Key Factors That Influence Academic Support Salaries

An Academic Support's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Academic Support Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Academic Support's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $57,522
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $58,209
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $61,114
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $63,393
  • Expert (over 8 years): $63,963
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Academic Support less than 1 year $57,522
Early Career Level Academic Support 1-2 years $58,209
Mid-Level Level Academic Support 2-4 years $61,114
Senior-Level Level Academic Support 5-8 years $63,393
Expert Level Academic Support over 8 years $63,963

Top Paying Cities for Academic Support

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Los Angeles: $62,361
  • West Hollywood: $62,316
  • Dodgertown: $62,360

Academic Support Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Academic Support roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 30% above the average. Conversely, Academic Support positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Academic Support as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Academic Support

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare $80,930 $39.0 30%

Academic Support Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Academic Support's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Hourly
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Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$53,813
Average $62,254/year
$70,459
$4,484
Average $5,188/month
$5,872
$1,035
Average $1,197/week
$1,355
$26
Average $30/hour
$34
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $70,459 $5,872 $1,355 $34
Average $62,254 $5,188 $1,197 $30
25th Percentile $53,813 $4,484 $1,035 $26

Find Your Next Academic Support Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Academic Support job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

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